discharge
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The House was able to force a vote on the measure Thursday after Republican supporters of the bill joined Democrats in signing a discharge petition that essentially allows a majority to circumvent leadership.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
They power up when the sun is shining or the wind is blowing and then discharge that power when the sun sets or the wind dies down.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
Army from 1989 to 1993 and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder after his discharge, according to a letter filed as part of his diversion application last year.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Margello said she never did receive the discharge plan—but did get a $35,000 bill two years later, this April.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
“Of course”—J/C gestures to us—“it’s a lot better when you have family support. They want to make sure they discharge you into a safe environment. I don’t have that.”
From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini
Vocabulary lists containing discharge
The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 1
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