rescind

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In particular, an August decision by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to rescind long-held requirements processes for acquiring technology made the rapid deployment of Lucas possible, current and former defense officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The challenge, as you point out, is that your relative willingly gave this person power of attorney, and given their deterioration, it will be difficult for them to rescind it.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026

Markets have focused on her plan to rescind sales tax on food for two years, costing close to 1% of gross domestic product a year.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

But while she was delighted when the opt-out system was introduced, she didn't realise the "fatal flaw" of next of kin being able to rescind their loved one's wishes.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

“Since you violated the rules of the competition, we must rescind your first-place victory.”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein