negated

Example Sentences

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Balogun appeared to double the lead coming out of the hydration break midway through the opening half, but the goal was negated by an offside call.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

The breakout also negated a bearish evening star, marked by a doji candle on March 26.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

“But further attacks on vessels and warnings that the Strait of Hormuz would effectively remain closed negated any positive impact,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

The penalty negated the touchdown, marking the second game-winning touchdown that was chalked off for offensive pass interference, and the game was over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 22, 2025

It’s not that ain’t is used as a standard contraction for negated forms of be, have, and do; no writer is that oblivious.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker