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as in to offset
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
unfortunately, his arrogant attitude annuls the many generous favors he does for people
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as in to abolish
to put an end to by formal action
plans to annul their short-lived, ill-advised marriage
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Recent Examples of annul
On Tuesday, however, the federation learned that the CAS panel had largely rejected its arguments but has annulled the first sanction’s partial-stadium closure.
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Matt Slater,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
The court annulled the CHP’s 2023 Congress, overturning a lower court’s verdict last year against claims of irregularities surrounding Özel’s election.
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Chad De Guzman,
Time,
25 May 2026
But Miami pressed hard and had an 18-16 edge in shots, even having a goal annulled on a tight offside call.
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Julian Cardillo,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
John appealed to the pope, however, who annulled the charter shortly after its issue.
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Joëlle Rollo-Koster,
Fortune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Matt Slater,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
The court annulled the CHP’s 2023 Congress, overturning a lower court’s verdict last year against claims of irregularities surrounding Özel’s election.
—
Chad De Guzman,
Time,
25 May 2026
But Miami pressed hard and had an 18-16 edge in shots, even having a goal annulled on a tight offside call.
—
Julian Cardillo,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
John appealed to the pope, however, who annulled the charter shortly after its issue.
—
Joëlle Rollo-Koster,
Fortune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for annul
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Considering just a few grocery deliveries can offset the cost, the savings can add up quickly for frequent shoppers.
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The perks associated with these cards, like dining credits, hotel upgrades and digital partnerships, help offset the cost.
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The other reconstruction amendments abolished slavery and expanded voting rights.
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Trump and his supporters have repeatedly pushed Senate leaders to abolish the filibuster to pass the election bill, but there's also insufficient support to drastically change the chamber's procedures.
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Hiltz gushed about how other athletes will correct anyone who misgenders Hiltz.
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Along with the main shades in the lineup, there are seven color-correcting options that neutralize, brighten, and leave skin looking more refined.
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The board voted unanimously to repeal the basement requirement.
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Voters rejected an attempt to repeal the gas tax in 2018, according to the governor’s office.
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Along with the main shades in the lineup, there are seven color-correcting options that neutralize, brighten, and leave skin looking more refined.
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Baking soda works by absorbing odors and neutralizing musty, acidic smells from mildew, mold, and bacteria.
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As aides at the Capitol were actively building a stage for the celebratory event, meant to communicate a big cost-of-living win to voters, the president abruptly canceled it.
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The city council voting against a recommendation by its fire marshal to cancel the display.
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Tuesday’s ruling means the regulations cannot take effect unless the decision is overturned on appeal.
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Cleveland manager Terry Francona challenged the original safe call at second and got the play overturned after a replay delay that lasted 1 minute, 29 seconds.
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“Annul.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/annul. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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