Example Sentences

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The next day, the NFL released a statement saying the officials missed a pass interference call on Tate that would have negated the touchdown.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

The breakout also negated a bearish evening star, marked by a doji candle on March 26.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

“But further attacks on vessels and warnings that the Strait of Hormuz would effectively remain closed negated any positive impact,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

The penalty negated the touchdown, marking the second game-winning touchdown that was chalked off for offensive pass interference, and the game was over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 22, 2025

The very act of trying to put it all down has confused me and negated some of the anger and some of the bitterness.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison