vetoes
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pluralof veto.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
vetonounthe power or right vested in one branch of a government to cancel or postpone the decisions, enactments, etc., of another branch, especially the right of a president, governor, or other chief executive to reject bills passed by the legislature. -
present tense formof veto (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
vetonounthe power or right vested in one branch of a government to cancel or postpone the decisions, enactments, etc., of another branch, especially the right of a president, governor, or other chief executive to reject bills passed by the legislature.
Example Sentences
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“Reforms such as harmonizing VAT rules or establishing a common consolidated corporate tax base remain stuck because of national vetoes, leaving firms to navigate a maze of fragmented tax regimes,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 21, 2025
There were 13 votes in favor of the text, which Washington heralded after the vote as "historic and constructive," with Russia and China abstaining and no vetoes.
From Barron's ● Nov. 17, 2025
His vetoes of bills to boost funding for state universities, people with disabilities and children's healthcare were all overturned by opposition lawmakers.
From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2025
We try one more look, but she vetoes it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 11, 2025
After Coin vetoes a dinner, entertainment, and alcohol, Plutarch yells, “What’s the point of the propo if no one’s having any fun!”
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
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