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as in cancelled
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
the library refused to rescind its decision to include the controversial book in its collection
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as in repealed
to put an end to by formal action
the new mayor vowed not to seek to rescind existing laws prohibiting smoking in the city's public places
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Recent Examples of rescinded
Once it was revealed that Morvan and his partner Rob Pilatus were lip-synching on their records and in their live shows, the Grammy was rescinded by the Recording Academy.
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Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Soon after the lawsuit was filed, the district rescinded its resolution to attempt to acquire the land, and the Bolger children dropped their lawsuit.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
Yoon rescinded the measure only after a broad coalition of lawmakers in the National Assembly − South Korea's Parliament − voted to block it and the country appeared to be heading toward wide-scale protests.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
Judge Rudolph Randa of the Wisconsin Eastern District rescinded his senior status letter in 2008 after Obama won that year’s election.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 3 Dec. 2024
However, the martial law was rescinded within hours following a majority vote in parliament.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
The players were looking to have their forfeits for refusing to play against Fleming and the Spartans rescinded, which would, in turn, shift the standings heading into the tournament.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 1 Dec. 2024
But the Biden administration ultimately rescinded that policy following a court order that blocked it.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2024
Her neighborhood council is set to consider issuing a letter calling for his appointment to be rescinded.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2024
Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Soon after the lawsuit was filed, the district rescinded its resolution to attempt to acquire the land, and the Bolger children dropped their lawsuit.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
Yoon rescinded the measure only after a broad coalition of lawmakers in the National Assembly − South Korea's Parliament − voted to block it and the country appeared to be heading toward wide-scale protests.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
Judge Rudolph Randa of the Wisconsin Eastern District rescinded his senior status letter in 2008 after Obama won that year’s election.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 3 Dec. 2024
However, the martial law was rescinded within hours following a majority vote in parliament.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
The players were looking to have their forfeits for refusing to play against Fleming and the Spartans rescinded, which would, in turn, shift the standings heading into the tournament.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 1 Dec. 2024
But the Biden administration ultimately rescinded that policy following a court order that blocked it.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2024
Her neighborhood council is set to consider issuing a letter calling for his appointment to be rescinded.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rescinded
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The cruise line canceled cruises in 2025 and 2026 on its Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Breakaway ships.Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Classes were canceled Tuesday, and final exams were postponed.Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Initially, officials issued a tsunami warning for some coastal areas, although this was repealed a few hours later.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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In 2017, after backlash and boycotts, lawmakers repealed the requirement.Madison Czopek, Austin American-Statesman, 6 Dec. 2024
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Pensions can be revoked only in cases where the employee has been convicted of a crime related to their employment.Dave Altimari, Hartford Courant, 10 Dec. 2024
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German historian Roland Paul discovered documents showing that when Friedrich later attempted to return to Germany, authorities revoked his citizenship and ordered him to leave the country over his draft evasion.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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Arizona voters abolished the use of the gas chamber after a controversial execution in 1992.Jimmy Jenkins, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
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However, the Nostalgic Partners case put forth a variety of strong arguments for the exemption to be curtailed or abolished entirely, if and when the Supreme Court ever wishes to take up the issue.Chris Deubert, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Tesla deliveries are below expectations, Volvo has moved back its 2030 100% EV timeline, General Motors abandoned its 1-million-vehicle 2025 sales goal, and Ford has shifted some EV production back to internal combustion vehicles, the note reported.Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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By Wednesday morning, Albertsons abandoned the merger and filed a lawsuit against Kroger, alleging a willful breach of contract for not doing enough to win regulatory approval for the merger.Alina Selyukh, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Rescinded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rescinded. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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