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deactivation

American  
[dee-ak-tuhv-ay-shuhn] / diˌæk təvˈeɪ ʃən /

noun

plural

deactivations
  1. the act, process, or result of deactivating something.


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In Canada, Van Rootselaar opened a new account after deactivation by using the same name with a different email address, according to one of the lawsuits in the case.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

The team has applied for a patent for their invention as a way to minimize catalytic deactivation.

From Science Daily • Nov. 26, 2024

"We are particularly concerned that Mr Manjang was not made aware that his account was in the process of deactivation, nor provided any clear and effective route to challenge the technology," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2024

He said the company is also providing a new in-app button for drivers to appeal deactivation decisions and providing direct access to a specialized support team focused on appeals.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2024

Maybe it was because his skin color matched my own, or maybe it was because of the way he explained it, but I hadn’t asked for a voluntary deactivation that day.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

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