Call off

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verb

To stop or cancel something that was planned or expected.

Due to the heavy rain, the football match was called off.
Visual representation of "call off" - To stop or cancel something that was planned or expected.

Often appears as...

  • call off the meeting
  • call off the wedding
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Visual representation of "call off"
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Event Disruption

Used when an event is interrupted or prevented from happening, usually something organized.

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They had to call off the parade due to the storm warnings.
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Last Minute

Often implies a decision made close to the event time, sometimes unexpectedly.

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The concert was called off at the last minute.
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Alternative Plans

Implies that alternative arrangements may need to be made after cancellation.

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After they called off the wedding, they met to discuss what to do next.
Visual representation of the word "Call off"

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