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calling off

VERB

discontinue

Synonyms

WEAK

abandon abort break off cancel desist drop kill postpone scrub withdraw

Example Sentences

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But President Donald Trump said talks were ongoing, adding that Israel was calling off those attacks.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The news that Glass was calling off his appearance also caught off guard the National Symphony Orchestra.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 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

But on 30 June, the Guardia Civil said it was calling off its search for Mr Slater.

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2024

This time, they even complimented us on calling off the strike.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela