called off

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After the show, which was called off due to weather as Manilow sang “Can’t Smile Without You,” Davis repeatedly advised the singer to record it.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

U.S. stock futures were largely unmoved by Trump saying he had called off a plan to attack Iran, while global bond markets stabilized.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

It was called off the following day, and his body was never recovered.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

"What we really need at this time is for leaders to talk about... how can we help each other," he said, batting down rumours the summit could be called off entirely amid the crisis.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Arthur called off the hunt, judged accurately that the insurgents were demoralized, and allowed his men to sleep in comfort on their arms, with few but careful sentries.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White