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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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The agreement comes as Panama complains its boats are suffering tighter controls in China, following the cancellation of a Hong Kong company's concession to operate two ports in the Panama Canal.
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 2026
"Hazardous" air quality alerts have been issued across much of the region, leading to the cancellation of many outdoor events.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
“Cancel for any reason” insurance often includes trip cancellation coverage.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
Continued pandemic precautions led to another cancellation in 2021, though the Noujaim-Gandhi narrative kicks off before that announcement has officially been made.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
After years of threats and insane posturing, it’s Fox’s early cancellation of Bunker that provokes North Korea’s supreme leader to action.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
The loss includes a $3.6 billion charge tied to the end of Ford’s joint electric-vehicle battery venture with SK Group, as well as around $500 million in charges tied to electric-vehicle program cancellations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
It has recommended new regulations over how prices are quoted and cancellations are handled as well as "better support for vulnerable consumers".
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Comprehensive policies typically include coverage for trip interruptions, trip cancellations, lost or delayed baggage, medical emergencies and emergency evacuations.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
The sweltering temperatures have disrupted travel and led to a number of cancellations planned for celebrations over the Fourth of July weekend, including Philadelphia’s Salute to Independence parade.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 5, 2026
The conversation turned to other topics: Team cancellations.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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