pocket veto

[pok-it-vee-toh] / ˈpɒk ɪtˌvi toʊ /

NOUN

limited veto

Synonyms

WEAK

absolute veto countermand indirect presidential veto item veto suspensive veto suspensory veto

Example Sentences

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The governor signaled she won’t sign the bill, which in effect kills it through a pocket veto and without an explanation of her objections.

From Washington Times

The Grand Rapids Chamber criticized the pocket veto of the tax deferment legislation.

From Washington Times

Trump could also choose to take advantage of a situation known as a “pocket veto,” rather than outright vetoing the coronavirus aid package.

From Reuters

The situation is known as a “pocket veto.”

From Reuters

A pocket veto is the equivalent of hanging a “Not Welcome Here” sign on the county.

From Washington Times