scuttle

Example Sentences

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Similar concerns scuttled the United Arab Emirates’ attempts to acquire the jet, he added.

From Los Angeles Times

Rising electricity prices are one reason data centers are facing a growing wave of local opposition, which has delayed or scuttled tens of billions of dollars worth of projects.

From Barron's

Classic Cascade weather scuttles any future FIS World Cup races at Crystal: The final day was canceled by rain and 95 mph winds.

From Seattle Times

Mr. Malcolm also said the former president could point to other factors for making the payments, such as to keep other business deals from being scuttled.

From Washington Times

That project started construction in 2020, before the pandemic spread across the globe, changing the world and the scope of Cabot’s plans; the company scuttled the planned boutique hotel in favor of more real estate.

From New York Times