cancel

verb B2

Meaning

To cancel means to decide that something will not happen or to revoke a previous arrangement or agreement.
💡 A common mistake is using "cancel" with "to" (e.g., "cancel to meet" instead of "cancel meeting").

Example Sentences

Did you decide to cancel the meeting tomorrow ?
The company decided to cancel the meeting due to unforeseen circumstances .
They decided to cancel the meeting due to bad weather .

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