as in abolished
to put an end to by formal action
a law that was later struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court as unconstitutional
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Recent Examples of struck down
However, a federal judge struck down that order blocking wind development.
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Jennifer McDermott, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday struck down Mayor Jacob Frey's selection of the Minnesota Agape Movement for exclusive development rights at the intersection where George Floyd was killed by police.
—Aki Nace, CBS News, 12 June 2026
On June 8, in a ruling that applies nationwide, a federal judge struck down the $100,000 fee on H-1B visa holders.
—Stuart Anderson, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
However, the Supreme Court in several cases has struck down any improper use or desecration of the flag on the grounds of free speech, according to the Library of Congress’ most frequently asked questions about flag law.
—Darleene Powells, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
The Supreme Court struck down a centerpiece of that tariff regime earlier this year, deeming it unconstitutional.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 10 June 2026
The drones’ downing comes after the US struck down four other attack drones on Friday.
—Dalia Abdelwahab, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
To boot, SpaceX is no longer incorporated in Delaware, the state whose court struck down the Tesla package.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 6 June 2026
The administration has been building cases against colleges accused of considering race in admissions decisions even after the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
Jennifer McDermott, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday struck down Mayor Jacob Frey's selection of the Minnesota Agape Movement for exclusive development rights at the intersection where George Floyd was killed by police.
—Aki Nace, CBS News, 12 June 2026
On June 8, in a ruling that applies nationwide, a federal judge struck down the $100,000 fee on H-1B visa holders.
—Stuart Anderson, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
However, the Supreme Court in several cases has struck down any improper use or desecration of the flag on the grounds of free speech, according to the Library of Congress’ most frequently asked questions about flag law.
—Darleene Powells, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
The Supreme Court struck down a centerpiece of that tariff regime earlier this year, deeming it unconstitutional.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 10 June 2026
The drones’ downing comes after the US struck down four other attack drones on Friday.
—Dalia Abdelwahab, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
To boot, SpaceX is no longer incorporated in Delaware, the state whose court struck down the Tesla package.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 6 June 2026
The administration has been building cases against colleges accused of considering race in admissions decisions even after the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for struck down
Verb
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Dillon wants to see intimate measurement questions abolished altogether during casting.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
11 June 2026
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The golden goal was abolished in 2004 by the International Football Association Board after negative feedback from coaches, referees and players.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
Verb
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After yearlong protests from farmers across the country, Modi repealed the controversial laws in November 2021.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Massachusetts has implemented rent control three separate times, with the latest rent control law being repealed by voters in a 1994 ballot initiative.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Ahead of his arrival, MSG implemented an extensive security protocol for all guests and canceled a watch party outside of the arena.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
9 June 2026
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The district canceled the event after discussions with school administrators, the resource officer, and Clinton Township police.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Recent rulings by the conservative-leaning Supreme Court also have rolled back federal protections under the Voting Rights Act.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Teams deemed the valve needed to be replaced and the rocket needed to be rolled back from the pad to Boeing’s Vertical Integration Facility.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Original sentence was overturned The ruling is the latest twist in a case that has already been through appeals, a prior resentencing and, more recently, a review by the state’s pardon board.—
Tom Olsen,
Twin Cities,
8 June 2026
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France overturned a 26-21 loss to New Zealand in the pool stage on Friday to win their final thanks to Celian Pouzelgues' try with 31 seconds left.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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