recisions

noun

plural of recision
as in cancellations
the act of putting an end to something planned or previously agreed to the national emergency forced the immediate recision of all military leave

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recisions
  1. cancellations
  2. repeals
  3. abandonments
Noun
  • The cancellations for these schools also affect afternoon field trips, afternoon early childhood sessions and after-school activities.
    — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Staffing issues are considered controllable, so any significant delays and cancellations tied to those warrant accommodation.
    — Eve Chen, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of cancellations
Noun
  • In agreeing to hear the pair of cases, the justices did not disturb the lower court rulings that blocked the repeals for now.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2026
  • The trash and parking fee repeals might be uniquely attractive to a broad swath of San Diegans in a way that may not translate to competitive bidding changes or even pension reform.
    — Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Definition of repeals
Noun
  • The marmoset is thought to have been dumped by its owner, prompting animal welfare officers to warn of further abandonments as a result of a recent change in the law surrounding the keeping of primates in England.
    — Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
  • News of the abandonments has prompted outrage on social media, with many calling for the person to be prosecuted when caught.
    — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
Definition of abandonments
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“Recisions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recisions. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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