calling off

VERB

discontinue

Synonyms

WEAK

abandon abort break off cancel desist drop kill postpone scrub withdraw

Example Sentences

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Iran's foreign minister was due to return to Pakistan on Sunday as international mediators try to keep peace talks on track despite US President Donald Trump calling off his envoys' planned trip.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

The singer, who has become something of an expert in calling off gigs, said his latest no-show was due to the "indescribable hell" of a noisy hotel room in Valencia.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

The news of the home’s reconfiguration came after Joel announced May 23 that he would be calling off his tour to focus on treatment for normal pressure hydrocephalus.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 9, 2025

The couple, whose relationship had been on-and-off since they started dating in 2020, got back together after calling off the engagement but split up again in December.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2025

Mr. Darcy was writing, and Miss Bingley, seated near him, was watching the progress of his letter, and repeatedly calling off his attention by messages to his sister.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen