as in cancellations
the act of putting an end to something planned or previously agreed to
the national emergency forced the immediate recision of all military leave
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Noun
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Those with air travel plans should be prepared for widespread flight cancellations, delays and ground stops.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
21 Feb. 2026 -
Widespread flight cancellations and delays may occur at airports in affected areas, NYC Emergency Management said.—
Selena Simmons-Duffin,
NPR,
21 Feb. 2026
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Trump repeals landmark climate finding Connor Giffin is an environmental reporter for The Courier Journal.—
Connor Giffin,
Louisville Courier Journal,
20 Feb. 2026
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The new version repeals that provision, but gives gun owners broad protections against public officials.—
Jack Harvel,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Recisions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recisions. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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