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as in abolishing
to put an end to by formal action
the constitutional amendment that nullified Prohibition
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Recent Examples of nullifying
Andrew Solender, Axios, 13 Oct. 2024
This information could go some wat to nullifying the S-70’s stealth capability.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
Amid the fallout of a devastating earthquake, Harley is rescued from the Joker’s own attempt to murder her by none other than Poison Ivy, who again provides Harley with a poison-nullifying serum that also imbues her with superhuman agility.
—Samantha Riedel, Them, 3 Oct. 2024
This doctrine could lead the IRS to consider both SLATs as part of the spouses’ estates, thus nullifying the tax benefits.
—Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Cheney pointed to Johnson spearheading an amicus brief in 2020 that argued for nullifying President Biden's victories in several key states.
—Andrew Solender, Axios, 13 Oct. 2024
This information could go some wat to nullifying the S-70’s stealth capability.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
Amid the fallout of a devastating earthquake, Harley is rescued from the Joker’s own attempt to murder her by none other than Poison Ivy, who again provides Harley with a poison-nullifying serum that also imbues her with superhuman agility.
—Samantha Riedel, Them, 3 Oct. 2024
This doctrine could lead the IRS to consider both SLATs as part of the spouses’ estates, thus nullifying the tax benefits.
—Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nullifying
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Perkins, a city commissioner since 2016, supports abolishing the contract with the Broward Sheriff’s Office in favor of a city police force.Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2024
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Stein has called for abolishing student and medical debt.Margie Cullen, USA TODAY, 11 Oct. 2024
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The Senate filibuster, which requires 60 votes to break, could also serve as a barrier to repealing these programs, unless Republicans in the Senate eliminate the filibuster (which is unlikely) or are able to bypass the procedural barrier through the budget reconciliation process.Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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For years there has been much talk about repealing the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) for those retirees who receive another government pension.Thomas Hager, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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One takes aim at practices the agency says keep sellers bound to its platform and help Amazon unlawfully dominate the landscape for online marketplaces, and another over practices allegedly meant to trick Prime subscribers out of cancelling service.Jody Godoy, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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Noise-cancelling over-ear headphones make great gifts, and this pair of Beats Studio Pro x Kim Kardashian Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones are 54% off and more than 10,000 perfect 5-star ratings on Amazon.Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 2024
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Using shower bars or shower seats, non-slip mats, avoiding rolling chairs and loose rugs, and wearing supportive footwear are all helpful.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Bitcoin ETFs allow investors to buy into an asset that tracks the price movement of bitcoin, while avoiding the inconvenience and risk of purchasing the crypto coin itself.Max Zahn, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Nullifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nullifying. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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