veto

Example Sentences

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They craft the state budget and have a line-item veto to eliminate legislative appropriations.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

However, Russia, a long-standing ally of Iran, as well as China could still veto the text.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Speaking of authenticity, Mr. Beshear took to the Lexington Herald-Leader last week to defend his veto, claiming we at the Journal “refused to consider publishing” his defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

He also supervises the Guardian Council, which has the power to vet electoral candidates and veto parliamentary legislation.

From Salon • Mar. 6, 2026

“I know I have no real say here, but veto, veto, veto, veto.”

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera