revoke
verb (used with object)
to take back or withdraw; annul, cancel, or reverse; rescind or repeal.
have revoked
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present perfectof revoke.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Authorities have blamed the scale of devastation partly on uncontrolled logging, and have revoked forestry permits in the disaster's wake.
From Barron's ● Feb. 25, 2026
Since January, state officials have revoked licenses for five of Young’s facilities over allegations including falsifying records, according to documents from the state regulator.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2025
"We’re very grateful that the trust have revoked the lanyard policy that should never have been implemented", Leigh said.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2024
If problems cropped up that weren’t evident during clinical trials, the agency could have revoked its approval.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 26, 2024
Immediately upon Sancho's departure, Don Quixote found the want of his presence; and, had it been in his power, he would have revoked his authority, and deprived him of his commission.
From The History of Don Quixote de la Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra
