- present participle of abolish.
abolishing
Example Sentences
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Abolishing them is a feasible and effective response.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2024
Abolishing the death penalty in Louisiana was a newfound priority this legislative session for Edwards, who is unable to run for reelection this year due to term limits.
From Washington Times • May 25, 2023
Abolishing the lifetime allowance is expected to cost the government about £800m a year from 2025-26, while increasing the annual allowance will cost about £300m a year.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2023
Abolishing the confusing “advisory vote” questions voters encounter on their general election ballots would help simplify voting.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 12, 2023
The Justice of Abolishing the Private Trader" one of the leading champions of municipal Socialism writes: "Is it unfair to take away the living of the private trader?
From British Socialism An Examination of Its Doctrines, Policy, Aims and Practical Proposals by Barker, J. Ellis