verb
Other Word Forms
- rescindable adjective
- rescinder noun
- rescindment noun
Etymology
Origin of rescind
First recorded in 1630–40; from Latin rescindere “to tear off again, cut away,” equivalent to re- re- + scindere “to tear, divide, destroy”
Example Sentences
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If you give an adviser power of attorney to make trades and don’t like it, you should always be able to rescind that permission.
From MarketWatch
The Asian nation has also temporarily rescinded its environmental protection tax on petrol and diesel, which are also exempt from VAT.
From BBC
But Doncic avoided that fate after the NBA rescinded the foul that would have forced him to the bench for a critical road game last week.
From Los Angeles Times
It was later claimed on TV coverage of the game that the yellow card had been "rescinded" by the fourth official.
From BBC
No one wants to issue a downgrade, only to end up rescinding it if the world changes just a few days later.
From Barron's
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