noun
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a formal invalidation, as of a marriage, judicial proceeding, etc
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the act of annulling
Other Word Forms
- nonannulment noun
Etymology
Origin of annulment
Example Sentences
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Human Rights Watch also recently called for "the annulment of the unjust sentences", denouncing "unfounded accusations".
From Barron's
But the annulment came too late to prevent observance of the holiday in most of Connecticut.
An Israeli court rejected an appeal filed by Israeli NGOs demanding the project's annulment.
From Barron's
The court effectively dropped the charges by ordering the annulment of the indictment, which defense attorneys had argued was full of inaccuracies and shortcomings.
From New York Times
The ruling party pressed for an annulment of the election results in the city of 16 million, citing alleged irregularities.
From Washington Times
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