as in cancellation
the act of putting an end to something planned or previously agreed to
threatened the revocation of his son's driving privileges
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Recent Examples of revocation
Under its previous name, two doctors were disciplined after patient deaths in 2017 and 2021, one with license revocation and one with a fine and a Brazilian butt lift ban.
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Miami Herald, 10 June 2026
In 2024, revocations rose yet further, to 183.
—Alec MacGillis, ProPublica, 1 June 2026
The network also suggested that the threat of license revocation was the point.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 28 May 2026
The penalties for a conviction may include prison time, large fines, driver’s license revocation, and more.
—Idaho Statesman, 26 May 2026
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Miami Herald, 10 June 2026
In 2024, revocations rose yet further, to 183.
—Alec MacGillis, ProPublica, 1 June 2026
The network also suggested that the threat of license revocation was the point.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 28 May 2026
The penalties for a conviction may include prison time, large fines, driver’s license revocation, and more.
—Idaho Statesman, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revocation
Noun
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Look for policies that cover medical emergencies, cancellations and trip interruptions.—
Taylor Haught,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Dec. 2025
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These cancellations, at the last stage of a bureaucratic journey that can last for years, have caused chaos and confusion for thousands of immigrants who did everything by the book.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
10 Dec. 2025
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In addition, anyone who has purchased a parking pass — monthly, quarterly or annually — can get a refund for any time their pass covers after the repeal takes effect.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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Influential Christian leaders are calling to repeal women’s suffrage.—
Heidi Blake,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
Noun
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The condition is marked by intense emotional swings, a chronic feeling of emptiness, and a deep fear of abandonment.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
11 June 2026
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The ballad also aligns with the perspective of Jessie’s (Joan Cusack) abandonment and eventual joining of Woody (Tom Hanks) and Buzz’s (Tim Allen) crew of toys that once belonged to Andy and now live with Bonnie.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
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The abolition of chattel slavery involved enormous societal upheaval, and eliminating cruelty to animals will require rebuilding our entire food industry.—
Ted Chiang,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2026
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That's the movement for abolition and suffrage and civil rights.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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“Revocation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revocation. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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