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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

rescission

/rɛˈsɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does rescission mean?

noun

The act of formally cancelling or annulling a contract, agreement, or decision. A rescission is often used in law to refer to the cancellation of a contract due to a breach of its terms.

Example

"The court granted the company's request for rescission of the contract due to the supplier's failure to deliver the goods on time."

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