strike down

Example Sentences

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Supreme Court’s decision to strike down levies issued under emergency powers, Allianz analysts wrote in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal

It marked a major political setback in striking down his signature economic policy that has roiled the global trade order.

From Barron's

The bank also suggests that the U.S. court ruling striking down tariffs will heighten market uncertainty.

From The Wall Street Journal

The lawmakers had unanimously voted to strike down the martial law attempt, and within another three hours Yoon had backed down.

From BBC

The court has applied this legal principle for decades, including in 2000 to strike down the Food and Drug Administration’s move to regulate nicotine as a “drug.”

From The Wall Street Journal