vetoed

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Four months ago, Polis’ office acknowledged as much, noting how two major disaster relief requests were denied and a bill that would have allowed the state to complete a clean water pipeline project was vetoed.

From Slate • May 21, 2026

Microsoft CTO Kevn Scott at one point vetoed former Google Cloud CEO Diane Green with “strong, strong no”—a bit of candor that went viral on social media.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Past attempts to address pregnancy leave had been vetoed by governors Jerry Brown and Newsom.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

But a further 187 releases were vetoed, or 40% of eligible prisoners.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Michael liked the first city they passed, but this was vetoed because everyone doubted quick first judgments.

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury