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[weyv] / weɪv /


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Sources have told BBC Sport that former owner Chansiri rejected or simply did not respond to multiple offers for the club, which the EFL took into consideration when choosing to waive the 15-point deduction.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

As part of the partnership, the city will waive collection of its Los Angeles Fire Department spot check fee, which currently costs $285.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

About 90% of advisory firms say that they occasionally or regularly waive their minimum asset requirements.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

They agreed to waive the home inspection, a common tactic to help buyers sweeten their offers to sellers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“There was a question just now, Mr. Jaggers, which you desired me to waive for a moment. I hope I am doing nothing wrong in asking it again?”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens




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