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cancellation

NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. cancellation
2. liquidation

This noun means "dissolution" or "elimination" of something, such as stress, a contract, or a problem. It refers to resolving or doing away with an undesirable situation. For example, you might use it to talk about relieving stress or canceling an agreement.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He was confident about it — "I'm dissolving the partnership."

Sentence 2

You're really going to end things with just one email?

Sentence 3

If you want to dissolve that agreement, you'll need it in writing.

Sentence 4

He simply told us he'd called off the engagement.

Sentence 5

Let's cancel the contract for now and revisit the terms.