undo

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But the judge said he had no authority to undo Essayli’s designation as first assistant.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Justice Elena Kagan said the administration was seeking to undo a legal tradition of birthright citizenship that dates back to English common law.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“I know one guy who had a $2 million balance, pushed the wrong button and mistakenly converted the whole thing when he wanted to convert a portion. You can’t undo it. Conversions are permanent.”

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

A single, highly public moral failure could undo everything.

From Salon • Feb. 25, 2026

And the magic she used to do so was strong, since it was the wizard’s own magic, ancient and powerful, and he could not undo it.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern