repeal
verb (used with object)
to revoke or withdraw formally or officially.
have been repealing
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present perfect progressiveof repeal.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Many governors have been repealing or relaxing restrictions after cases declined from a winter peak and as more people get vaccinated.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 10, 2021
