strike down

Example Sentences

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Part of her mission, in fact, is to strike down the “gossip” of “the Soutine mythology”—the idea that the artist’s paintings are an expression of a misery that began in childhood.

From The Wall Street Journal

While odds on betting markets have increased that the Court will strike down the tariffs, automatic refunds are far from assured.

From Barron's

A judge ultimately agreed, striking down the plan.

From Los Angeles Times

The case has now reached the Supreme Court, and several companies are trying to protect their rights to refunds should the justices strike down the tariffs.

From BBC

It essentially serves an opt-out option that prevents courts from striking down the legislation on constitutional grounds.

From BBC