vetoed

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Four months ago, Polis’ office acknowledged as much, noting how two major disaster relief requests were denied and a bill that would have allowed the state to complete a clean water pipeline project was vetoed.

From Slate • May 21, 2026

Agnico Eagle approved a US$2.4 billion gold project in Canada’s Arctic after Ottawa vetoed a Chinese state-owned firm’s bid.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Past attempts to address pregnancy leave had been vetoed by governors Jerry Brown and Newsom.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

But a further 187 releases were vetoed, or 40% of eligible prisoners.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

If she vetoed Percy’s orders... well, he didn’t know what would happen.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan