quash

Example Sentences

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A Nixon energy advisor had to try to quash the “great myth” rumor that gas would hit — gasp — a dollar a gallon.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

Attorney Jeanine Pirro, who opened the Powell probe, said she would challenge his decision to quash her subpoenas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

"The Court therefore finds that the subpoenas were issued for an improper purpose and will quash them."

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Wielding this new power, Bondi could essentially quash any state investigations into ethics violations by DOJ lawyers, including accusations that these front-line attorneys lied in court, by allowing “reviews” that might last indefinitely.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026

More than that, I had proof that he was sincere in his efforts to quash bullying.

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin