retroactive

Example Sentences

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The state was the first in the nation to pass legislation allowing such retroactive cancellations.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

According to S&P Global Market Intelligence, “immediate implications of tariff reversal are likely to result in retroactive refunds, not future price relief.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

The agreement includes a 13% wage increase over three years, with 6% retroactive for 2024–25, a 4% increase for 2025–26 and a 3% increase for 2026–27.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2026

Hong Kong authorities say that the national security law has no retroactive effect.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

“That suit is so beautiful. It’s so retroactive. It’s so retroactive that it’s radioactive!”

From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie