discontinuation
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of discontinuation
1605–15; < Middle French < Medieval Latin discontinuātiōn- (stem of discontinuātiō ), equivalent to discontinuāt ( us ) (past participle of discontinuāre to discontinue; see -ate 1) + -iōn- -ion
Example Sentences
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Clear Spring Health said it is exiting the Medicare Advantage market entirely with the discontinuation of its Colorado, Georgia and Illinois businesses.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
The automaker said Tuesday that the sales drop was primarily due to the discontinuation of higher-volume models such as the Escape SUV and the supplier fire that undermined production of F-Series trucks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
Although this latest trial has shown it is superior for controlling blood sugar and aiding weight loss, its higher rate of side-effects and treatment discontinuation may temper enthusiasm.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 8, 2026
The two men continue to deny the allegations and pointed to the discontinuation of the criminal case.
From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026
This disability may be absolute, wholly disabling the person so long as it continues, or partial, ceasing on discontinuation of the disabling state, as attainment of full age.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 5 "Dinard" to "Dodsworth" by Various
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