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calling off

VERB

discontinue

Synonyms

WEAK

abandon abort break off cancel desist drop kill postpone scrub withdraw

Example Sentences

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But President Donald Trump said talks were ongoing, adding that Israel was calling off those attacks.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The singer, who has become something of an expert in calling off gigs, said his latest no-show was due to the "indescribable hell" of a noisy hotel room in Valencia.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

The news of the home’s reconfiguration came after Joel announced May 23 that he would be calling off his tour to focus on treatment for normal pressure hydrocephalus.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 9, 2025

Several Instagram users slammed the duo for allegedly calling off their state fair show “30 minutes” before the advertised start time.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 26, 2024

“The fact that I’m calling off the climb,” he said.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti