defunding

Definition of defundingnext
present participle of defund

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for defunding
receiving
Verb
  • One woman died after suffering a seizure, falling and receiving no medical care for hours.
    Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Their reports explained regretfully that the confrontation had prevented two officers from receiving awards for shooting burglars.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Defunding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/defunding. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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