as in nullifying
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1
as in denying
to declare not to be true
this evidence negates his claim that he was not at the scene of the crime
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as in abolishing
to put an end to by formal action
Prohibition was established by the 18th amendment to the U.S. Constitution, only to be negated by the 21st amendment 13 years later
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as in discrediting
to think not to be true or real
you simply can't negate your feelings for someone, even if they don't feel the same way about you
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Recent Examples of negating
Doug Haller, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Some analysts say Washington should be focusing on large numbers of small naval vessels, capable of carrying a few missiles or drones each, and dispersing them across a vast range of waterways, negating Beijing’s advantage in missile numbers by presenting too many targets to handle.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 23 Dec. 2025
Jared Goff and Dan Campbell refused to blame the officials after the Detroit Lions were penalized two times in the final 22 seconds of a 29-24 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, with each flag negating a go-ahead touchdown.
—CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025
Kelly deflected the puck into the net off a shot by Samuel Girard, but Kelly used high-sticking to do it, negating the score.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 20 Dec. 2025
California voters then overwhelmingly approved a move to redraw their maps, billing the measure as a means of negating Texas' gains by adding five blue-leaning districts.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 11 Dec. 2025
Picking up forks by their prongs with your fingers, especially if unwashed, can just cause the build up of germs and bacteria, negating some of the work your dishwasher just accomplished.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2025
Todd was called for holding, negating a 75-yard interception return for a score by sophomore defensive end Leroy Harris.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 9 Nov. 2025
New Jersey’s penalty killers, who have been the NHL’s best this season, were having none of it, negating the man advantage without allowing a shot on goal.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 23 Oct. 2025
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Memorably, running back Emari Demercado broke free on a long run — only to drop the football before crossing the goal line, negating a potential game-sealing touchdown.
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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell released a video statement on Sunday night denying criminal wrongdoing shortly after the Department of Justice opened an investigation into him.—
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The vaccine misinformation advanced by the president and his science-denying Secretary of Health and Human Services is taking its toll on vaccination rates.—
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Trump has urged Republicans to have a simple majority to approve legislation, whether through reconciliation or by abolishing the Senate filibuster.—
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In the ancient Mauryan Empire in India, Ashoka may also have temporarily reduced slavery by abolishing slave trading, but this change too was not permanent.—
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By partly neutralizing criticism that its leaders are elitist or antidemocratic, the right has been able to focus on issues that play to its strengths.—
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Baking Soda As an alkaline compound, baking soda is skilled at neutralizing odors.—
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The film spends the next hour and 50 minutes refuting that idea.—
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Michaels took to her Instagram days after the release of Fit for TV to post a series of screenshots of text chains, email threads, and other pieces of documentation refuting or otherwise complicating each claim leveled at her.—
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In his opening moves as mayor, Mamdani signed executive orders dealing with housing and one repealing all of former Mayor Eric Adams’s executive orders signed after his indictment on corruption charges in September 2024.—
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Third, negotiators must start by repealing the Gainful Employment Rule, especially since the OBBBA will replace it with the earnings premium.—
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Two in 5 Gen Zers are pursuing blue-collar work, rejecting the collegiate path and learning trades, according to a May 2025 survey of 1,434 young adults by Resume Builder.—
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And the British nations, as ever, remained aloof, England rejecting a late offer to step in for Austria.—
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From a portable power bank to keep your phone charged to noise-canceling headphones that will drown out stressful sounds, these travel accessories will help nervous fliers and frequent travelers alike have easier journeys.—
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But in Japan, there’s no legal recourse and canceling a location shoot with short notice is an accepted part of the culture.—
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Managing heartburn is more effective by eating smaller portions and avoiding late night meals.—
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love has done a great job of avoiding interceptions throughout this season.—
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“Negating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/negating. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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