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to come to an end
the contract will lapse at the end of the year unless we renew
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Recent Examples of lapsed
Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 8 Jan. 2026
Admittedly, this absolutely taps into nostalgia, but the sentiment around this release, especially among lapsed players and curious newcomer, suggests ArenaNet has done something more interesting than dusting off an old box and slapping a new label on it.
—David Jagneaux, Forbes.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
In most markets, the price increases only apply to new or lapsed subscribers.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 19 May 2026
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Adjective
The legislation extends the subsidies for three years and would apply retroactively to cover lapsed subsidies in early 2026.
—Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 8 Jan. 2026
Admittedly, this absolutely taps into nostalgia, but the sentiment around this release, especially among lapsed players and curious newcomer, suggests ArenaNet has done something more interesting than dusting off an old box and slapping a new label on it.
—David Jagneaux, Forbes.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Verb
An option holder needs their options triggered, lapsed, or bought out.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
In most markets, the price increases only apply to new or lapsed subscribers.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lapsed
Adjective
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Toss expired toiletries, old school papers, worn clothes, and unused winter gear to simplify your space.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
1 June 2026
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In the bathroom, replace your toothbrush and clean your shower curtain every three months, and toss expired medications.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
25 May 2026
Verb
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The superintendent of the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District said that a shooting took place after the graduation ceremonies had ended.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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The SoCal Indie Bestsellers List for the sales week ended May 31 is based on reporting from the independent booksellers of Southern California, the California Independent Booksellers Alliance and IndieBound.—
Staff report,
Daily News,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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For example, when members of the now defunct Transitional Presidential Council sought to extend their hold on power as their terms neared their end, they were met with warnings from both Wooster and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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Coskun lined up another spectacular shot of the moon rising above the Bay Bridge that same night, as the infamous, and now defunct island prison of Alcatraz loomed out of the shadowy waters.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
1 June 2026
Verb
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The catcher was hitless in his previous 30 at-bats before connecting for his first homer this season Saturday night, a two-run shot in the seventh inning of a 3-2 win that stopped San Diego's six-game losing streak.—
CBS New York Team,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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In Pixar’s Cars, the Cozy Cone Motel was inspired by the Blue Swallow Motel, and Bob Dylan even stopped to paint it around 2019.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Adjective
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This cross-over dish is amazing as both a side and a light dessert.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
7 May 2026
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In an over hourlong debate at Pomona College’s Bridges Auditorium, eight candidates running for California governor sparred over health care and tossed jabs just days before Californians can begin voting early in the state's primary election.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Another location in central Pennsylvania ceased operations on May 24, according to reporting from ABC 27 News, an ABC affiliate based in Harrisburg.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The Climb’s financing never materialized, prep was ceased, and by January 2025, the whole venture collapsed when rights to the film lapsed.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Our elections have fixed what’s wrong over the decades, but thinking a tired candidate with a long resume is the answer should now be obsolete.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
3 June 2026
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The Retail Investor Has Arrived, For Good Now, that assumption is becoming obsolete, and at lightning speed.—
Harry Temkin,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Verb
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In 2024, Argentine prosecutors concluded there were grounds for launching a criminal investigation into its top South American officials on charges of human trafficking and labor exploitation against 44 women.—
Suman Naishadham,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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But Sorokin, who was appointed by Democratic President Barack Obama, concluded that the fee was not a penalty but a tax that the Republican president lacked any authorization from Congress to issue.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
8 June 2026
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“Lapsed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lapsed. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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