as in cancelation
the act of putting an end to something planned or previously agreed to
the abortion of the space mission caused the whole space program to be reexamined
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abortion
Noun
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On August 7, 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted on X his support for the repeal of women’s constitutional right to vote.—
Laurie Gray,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Aug. 2025 -
What were the issues CEQA was originally trying to address, and what parts did Newsom effectively repeal in June?—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The decision also underscores the risks of vocal injury for artists performing demanding live shows night after night, a reality discussed in coverage of other recent touring cancellations.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Neville said he's noticed many boutique and family-run hotels, especially in high-demand spots like Dubrovnik, Prague, and Santorini, booking out earlier than ever, requiring full deposits up front, and enforcing strict cancellation policies.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The author means this in the larger sense of abandonment—of a parent, of a friend, or even of a boss.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
3 Sep. 2025
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Public shelters and private rescues across Southern California are seeing an increase in large dog abandonment and owner requests for assistance.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Bolsonaro is accused of attempting to stage a coup, involvement in an armed criminal organization, attempted violent abolition of the democratic rule of law and two counts involving destruction of state property.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
2 Sep. 2025
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Mary connected her mother’s legacy to public memorialization and to contemporary activists’ fights for police reform and abolition.—
LaShawn Harris
August 27,
Literary Hub,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Abortion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abortion. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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