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abrogating

verb

present participle of abrogate
as in abolishing
to put an end to by formal action the U.S. Congress can abrogate old treaties that are unfair to Native Americans

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  1. abolishing
  2. repealing
  3. canceling
Verb
  • Some advocate abolishing the agency, while others offer visions for how to rein it in and reform it.
    — Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Now, Xi remains in office after purging political rivals, abolishing presidential term limits and consolidating power.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of abolishing
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  • Abbott plans to work with the state legislature in 2027 on new laws for data centers, including repealing tax incentives.
    — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Fraga said repealing the resolution would not change federal immigration law or enforcement policy and argued that the city must follow existing federal and state laws while advocating for changes when officials disagree with them.
    — Manuel Bojorquez, CBS News, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of repealing
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  • Some earlier assassins expected it of themselves, canceling plots that would have killed bystanders.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026
  • While Sheik sought treatment for alcohol addiction after canceling a tour in 2011, his stage and studio career never slowed.
    — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of canceling
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“Abrogating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abrogating. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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