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Cancel Definition & Meaning

1. To decide or announce that something previously planned or agreed upon will not take place.

Example: The concert was cancelled due to bad weather.

2. To withdraw support or approval for someone or something.

Example: I cancelled my subscription to that magazine because i didn't like their new direction.

3. To mark or strike out something as no longer valid or relevant.

Example: I cancelled the appointment in my calendar because i had to reschedule.

4. To neutralize or offset the effect of something.

Example: Drinking water can help cancel out the negative effects of caffeine.

5. To cause something to stop functioning or working.

Example: The power outage cancelled all flights at the airport.

Examples of the word cancel used in sentences.

  • The airline had to cancel my flight, but they promised to give me a refund. (travel)
  • I need to cancel my appointment because I'm feeling sick. (health)
  • We have to cancel the outdoor party due to the bad weather forecast. (weather)
  • Please cancel my subscription to the magazine as I don't have time to read it. (media)
  • I'm sorry, but I have to cancel our dinner plan tonight because I have to work late. (socializing)
  • I'm sorry, but we have to cancel our appointment for tomorrow.
  • After many arguments, we decided to cancel our vacation plans and just stay home.
  • The concert was cancelled due to the heavy rain last night.
  • I need to cancel my order because I accidentally clicked the wrong item.
  • I have to cancel my gym membership because I don't have enough time to go anymore.
  • The hotel allowed us to cancel our reservation without any penalty as we had a sudden change of plan.
  • His flight got canceled, and he had to find another way to get to his destination.
  • I'm sorry, but we'll have to cancel our plans for tonight due to an unexpected emergency.
  • I need to cancel my subscription to the magazine because I'm moving to a different country.
  • The event organizer had to cancel the concert because of the bad weather condition.
  • The bride and groom were devastated when they had to cancel their dream destination wedding due to travel restrictions.
  • I need to cancel my flight to Paris due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • The concert was cancelled last minute because of the bad weather.
  • I decided to cancel the meeting with my boss after realizing I had all the information I needed.
  • The company decided to cancel the project after realizing it was not profitable enough.
  • I had to cancel my gym membership because of the expensive fees.
  • We decided to cancel the company retreat due to the pandemic restrictions.
  • The airline had to cancel my flight due to bad weather conditions.
  • The concert was cancelled last minute due to the lead singer falling sick.
  • The hotel staff helped me cancel my room reservation without any extra charges.
  • The airline canceled my flight, but they offered to put me on the next available one free of charge.
  • The concert was canceled last minute due to unforeseen circumstances, leaving fans disappointed.
  • The company decided to cancel their annual conference in light of the ongoing pandemic.
  • After reviewing the evidence, the judge decided to cancel the defendant's bail and remand them in custody.
  • I accidentally canceled my reservation at the restaurant, so I had to call back and rebook.
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