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cancellation

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


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The cancellation of visas is a quieter, but potentially powerful strategy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

They remember what happened the last time they tried: a 232-day player strike that resulted in the cancellation of the 1994 World Series and devastated the industry for years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The scandal has led to the cancellation of a string of concerts.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

The regional prefecture said in a statement that several factors had weighed on its decision, including the "cancellation of previous concerts by the American rapper in other countries and the real risk of counter-demonstrations".

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Standard Oil’s California Research and Development subsidiary read the handwriting on the wall: the decision was tantamount to cancellation.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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