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dismissal

[dis-mis-uhl] / dɪsˈmɪs əl /


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Dulkay aims for a forensic dismissal of Russia’s claims—and a measure of justice.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026

Following Friday’s dismissal, Gilbert shared a news report about the ruling on social media, signaling her continued support.

From Salon ● Oct. 17, 2026

Circuit Court of Appeals, but in April 2025, a divided three-judge panel affirmed the dismissal, agreeing with the district court that Salazar’s newsletter subscription didn’t make him a subscriber under the law.

From Slate ● Oct. 17, 2026

So what is the reason for the shift in fortunes since his own fans called for his dismissal?

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026

It seemed as though he still counted amongst that number despite his dismissal.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin

The researchers also urged the company to keep its promise to permanently host independent auditors, saying they feared their dismissals "may be used to justify ending" that work.

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

Israeli cuisine has inspired long-form dismissals, along with charges of cultural appropriation.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026

The dismissals, announced in a decree on state television, are thought to be part of ongoing efforts by the president to consolidate his control and prevent potential challenges to his leadership.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

Additionally, hearing of the institution’s employee strikes, dismissals and downsizing due to lower enrollments, I respectfully declined.

From Salon ● Aug. 24, 2026

In fact, I was looking out over the lawn to where the mist was thickening down around the poplar trees planted along the cart-track, when I finally introduced the topic of the previous year's dismissals.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro


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