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the fact or an instance of cancelling
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something that has been cancelled, such as a theatre ticket, esp when it is available for another person to take
we have a cancellation in the stalls
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the marks or perforation made by cancelling
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Origin of cancellation
First recorded in 1525–35, cancellation is from the Latin word cancellātion- (stem of cancellātiō ). See cancellate, -ion
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Alongside calling for the cancellation of the Zvernec project, protesters also want the scrapping of laws that have allowed the government to fast-track projects -- such as Kushner's other planned development on nearby Sazan Island.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
On Wednesday, the BBC announced both the cancellation of the Christmas special and details of Doctor Who's next era.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
"Trains are subject to delay, diversion and cancellation this evening. Ticket acceptance is in place and you may use your ticket at no extra cost on London Underground services between London terminals," the spokesperson added.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
The latest Pride-related dust-up follows the abrupt cancellation of the Long Beach Pride Festival in May.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
The only survivors are the contestants of Bunker, forgotten by Fox producers after the show’s cancellation.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
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