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Definition of «revocation»

Revocation refers to the act of cancelling or withdrawing something that has been previously granted, approved or issued. It is the process of taking back a license, permission, charter, or other legal document, usually due to breach of conditions or rules set by the grantor. Revocation may also refer to the retraction or removal of something published or broadcasted, such as a publication or news article, due to errors, inaccuracies or violation of standards. In essence, revocation is an act of withdrawing or nullifying something that was previously given or recognized.

Usage examples

  1. The company issued a revocation of the employee's access card due to security concerns.
  2. The court decided on the revocation of the suspect's driver's license as a punishment for repeated traffic violations.
  3. The university announced the revocation of the professor's tenure after an investigation into academic misconduct.
  4. The government imposed a revocation of the business license for failing to comply with safety regulations.
  5. The landlord sent a letter of revocation to terminate the tenant's lease due to consistent late payments.
  6. The bank initiated the revocation of the customer's credit card due to suspicious transactions.
  7. The software company experienced a revocation of their app's license for violating copyright laws.
  8. The licensing board conducted a hearing resulting in the revocation of the doctor's medical license for malpractice.
  9. The website administrator implemented a revocation of certain users' privileges for violating the community guidelines.

Phrases with «revocation»

Sentences with «revocation»

  • You are also subject to an additional period of revocation of 12 - 30 months. (tintonfallsnjdwilawyer.com)
  • Chemical Test Refusal: A driver who refuses to take a chemical test (normally a test of breath, blood or urine in Westchester County) can receive a driver license revocation of at least one year (18 months for a commercial driver) and must pay a $ 500 civil penalty ($ 550 for a driver of commercial vehicles) to apply for a new driver's license. (westchestercountynylaw.com)
  • This means, the most successful recall will be a people - initiated federal recall that aids in the process for revocation of federal authority, and is founded on petition by general assembly of the people, without administrative involvement from the states. (politics.stackexchange.com)
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