as in repeal
the doing away with something by formal action
calls for the abolition of the death penalty
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Thursday, June 19: Admission fees will be waived in honor of Juneteenth National Independence Day, which celebrates the abolition of slavery.
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Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 12 Dec. 2024
In the 18th century, based on their belief in the equality of all human beings, Quaker leaders spoke in favor of the abolition of slavery in both the United Kingdom and the United States.
—Joanne M. Pierce, The Conversation, 28 Jan. 2025
This is particularly likely in Prince George's case, given that he is destined for a career as a working royal and eventually the throne—barring the surprise abolition of the monarchy or his abdication.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 19 Jan. 2025
Maria Dmitrieva, an activist who supports the abolition of surrogacy, said the issue is not getting enough attention during the war.
—Lili Rutai, The Dial, 7 Jan. 2025
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Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 12 Dec. 2024
In the 18th century, based on their belief in the equality of all human beings, Quaker leaders spoke in favor of the abolition of slavery in both the United Kingdom and the United States.
—Joanne M. Pierce, The Conversation, 28 Jan. 2025
This is particularly likely in Prince George's case, given that he is destined for a career as a working royal and eventually the throne—barring the surprise abolition of the monarchy or his abdication.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 19 Jan. 2025
Maria Dmitrieva, an activist who supports the abolition of surrogacy, said the issue is not getting enough attention during the war.
—Lili Rutai, The Dial, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Abolition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abolition. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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