abolishing
Example Sentences
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It recommended abolishing a scheme that allows people to retire early at 63, and expanding compulsory pension contributions to include civil servants and self-employed workers.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
He also infuriated colleagues in the coalition government, the British press reported, proposing a stream of unconventional ideas: scrapping maternity leave, abolishing job centers, even buying cloud-bursting technology so Britain would have more sunshine.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
A Department of Health and Social Care spokesperson said abolishing Healthwatch England was part of plans "to simplify the patient safety landscape".
From BBC ● May 30, 2026
On Sunday, a federal judge in Baton Rouge granted Duncan’s request for a temporary restraining order, declaring the bill abolishing the criminal court clerk position to be unconstitutional.
From Slate ● May 5, 2026
The United States and other Western nations demanded the abolishing of South Africa’s Draconian security laws, which allowed for detention without trial.
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
