Rescind

usgb/rɪˈsɪnd/
verb

To decide officially that an agreed idea or action is no longer valid or acceptable.

The government has decided to rescind its decision to increase taxes.
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  • rescind a decision
  • rescind a rule

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Not Reversible

Once rescinded, the decision is usually final and cannot be easily undone.

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After the policy was rescinded, the old regulations were back in place.
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Authority Required

Rescinding something often needs the same or higher authority than what made the original decision.

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Only the school board has the power to rescind the new dress code.
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Public Reaction

Decisions are sometimes rescinded after public outcry or disapproval.

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The mayor had to rescind the curfew after widespread community protests.
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