cancellation
noun
can·cel·la·tion
ˌkan(t)-sə-ˈlā-shən 
variants
or less commonly cancelation
1
: the act or an instance of canceling
The cancellation of the game was due to bad weather.
2
: something (such as a hotel room or a ticket) made available by the canceling of an arrangement
was lucky to get a cancellation for the trip to Chicago
—often used before another noungot a cancellation ticket/slot
3
: a mark made to cancel something (such as a postage stamp)
Examples of cancellation in a Sentence
The storm caused delays and flight cancellations.
Notice of cancellation should be given 30 days in advance.
There is a fee for cancellation.
Cancellations increased when rates doubled.
Recent Examples on the Web
Anyone considering the platform may want to review the current subscription details, cancellation terms, and available features before upgrading.
—
Matthew Kayser
updated July 6,
Miami Herald,
6 July 2026
In July of 2025, another round of layoffs led to the cancellation of a number of in-development gaming projects at Xbox such as Perfect Dark and Everwild.
—
Kyle Orland,
ArsTechnica,
6 July 2026
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6 July 2026
Complications with the fueling system at Boston Logan International Airport Sunday night caused a ground stop for several hours, resulting in flight cancellations and delays, according to the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport).
—
Megan Fahrney,
ABC News,
6 July 2026
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Matthew Kayser
updated July 6,
Miami Herald,
6 July 2026
In July of 2025, another round of layoffs led to the cancellation of a number of in-development gaming projects at Xbox such as Perfect Dark and Everwild.
—
Kyle Orland,
ArsTechnica,
6 July 2026
Best July 4th Bose Headphone Deal Bose QuietComfort The Bose QuietComfort Headphones claim absolute silence by fusing industry-leading active noise cancellation mechanics with plush, pressure-relieving over-ear cushions.
—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
6 July 2026
Complications with the fueling system at Boston Logan International Airport Sunday night caused a ground stop for several hours, resulting in flight cancellations and delays, according to the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport).
—
Megan Fahrney,
ABC News,
6 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for cancellation
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“Cancellation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cancellation. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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cancellation
noun
can·cel·la·tion
ˌkan(t)-sə-ˈlā-shən
1
: an act of canceling
2
: a mark made to cancel something
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