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cancellation

[kan-suh-ley-shuhn] / ˌkæn səˈleɪ ʃən /


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But its World Cup preparations were disrupted by war in the Middle East, which forced the cancellation of scheduled friendlies with Serbia and Argentina.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

On Wednesday, the BBC announced both the cancellation of the Christmas special and details of Doctor Who's next era.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Alongside calling for the cancellation of the Zvernec project, protesters also want the scrapping of laws that have allowed the government to fast-track projects -- such as Kushner's other development on nearby Sazan Island.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

No coincidence, it is also equipped with active noise cancellation, to keep the rubbery roar at bay at highway speeds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

And he promised to work toward fulfilling the other demands—a city council proclamation honoring King’s memory and the cancellation of public school on the day of King’s funeral.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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