disallow

verb

dis·al·low | \ˌdis-ə-ˈlau̇

Definition of disallow

transitive verb

1 : to deny the force, truth, or validity of

2 : to refuse to allow

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Examples of disallow in a Sentence

The touchdown was disallowed because of a penalty. disallowing the philosophical concept of free will

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In recent months, both Amazon and Google have disallowed a practice called domain-fronting, which allowed apps like Wickr to forward their traffic through the larger network as a way of evading censorship. — Russell Brandom, The Verge, "Wickr has a new plan for dodging internet blocks," 23 Aug. 2018 The new tax law, however, disallows a business deduction for sports tickets. — WSJ, "Let the Market Lead on Sports Ticket Prices," 16 July 2018 Moments into the second half, striker Bobby Wood had a goal disallowed for a narrow offside, much to the relief of France’s defense. — BostonGlobe.com, "US soccer team ties France in friendly," 9 June 2018 However, during the 90 minutes Spain had seen a goal disallowed after alleged shirt pulling in the penalty area. — SI.com, "World Cup Countdown: 4 Weeks to Go - Remembering South Korea's Tarnished Run to the 2002 Semis," 28 May 2018 In the potential title decider between PAOK and AEK Athens, a late goal was disallowed, leading to the uproar involving Savvidis and his foray onto the field. — Fox News, "Owner of Greek soccer team apologizes after running onto field with holstered gun to protest goal," 13 Mar. 2018 But the goal was disallowed because of a high stick after a review. — George Sipple, Detroit Free Press, "Great Lakes Invitational title: Bowling Green beats Michigan Tech, 4-1," 2 Jan. 2018 Insurance companies favor associations that disallow charcoal grills on balconies with better premium rates, Carnahan added. — Pamela Dittmer Mckuen, chicagotribune.com, "Pools, grills, pets: Summertime considerations for community associations," 13 July 2017 Just like the first half, the second started with a goal disallowed by the referees. — Special To The Oregonian, OregonLive.com, "Portland Thorns fall to Orlando Pride as winless streak extends to 5 games," 12 May 2018

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