neutralization

noun

Definition of neutralizationnext
as in nullification

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Recent Examples of neutralization The team admits that in a future closed-loop device, this would require a neutralization step—a reaction that eliminates the acidity after the heat is released. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 16 Feb. 2026 Soko has developed specific products for this problem, including SuperCast, which completes the neutralization of the oxidizing agents, removes the residues and eliminates yellowing. — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Jan. 2026 The state controlled all aspects of people’s public and private lives leading to the near complete neutralization of the individual. — Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 9 Nov. 2025 But Ukraine need not destroy every element of the Russian military to achieve strategic neutralization—stripping away the enemy of its ability to achieve its objectives. — Andriy Zagorodnyuk, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for neutralization
Recent Examples of Synonyms for neutralization
  1. nullification
  2. invalidation
  3. annulment
  4. revocation
  5. abolition
  6. cancellation
Noun
  • Jury nullification occurs when a jury finds a defendant not guilty, even if the prosecution has proved its case beyond a reasonable doubt.
    — Monu Bedi, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • While most college broadcast-journalism programs tend to encourage would-be talent to ditch their regional accents in favor of a more neutral, untraceable delivery, TV pros who came up in the bigs aren’t subject to that sort of verbal nullification.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 12 June 2026
Definition of nullification
Noun
  • The most common reason for signature invalidation was that the person signing was not registered to vote.
    — Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 27 July 2026
  • The outspoken rapper has often asserted her own personal truth, and seen its invalidation in conversation with others.
    — Sheldon Pearce, NPR, 9 May 2026
Definition of invalidation
Noun
  • Carmen Electra and Dennis Rodman Carmen Electra married NBA star and actor Dennis Rodman in Vegas in 1998, and only nine days later, Rodman requested an annulment.
    — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Rodman filed for an annulment just nine days later, though the pair reconciled before Electra ultimately filed for divorce in April 1999.
    — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of annulment
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  • Rivera said Rubio asked for his help in early 2017 developing a Venezuela policy that included sanctions against Maduro officials and business associates, visa revocations, the release of political prisoners and free elections.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The governor's office said the changes can extend a license revocation to as long as six years for someone with four or more qualifying convictions within a 10-year period.
    — Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of revocation
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  • Kim, who co-founded the festival in 1996 and raised nearly the entire budget for its inaugural edition single-handedly, also secured the abolition of censorship for films screened at that first edition.
    — Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 6 Oct. 2026
  • These challenges have been made more difficult by policy choices, such as the abolition of tax-free shopping for international visitors.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of abolition
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  • Read More The AirPods Pro 3 have a new design that improves their fit, superior noise cancellation, better bass, and fairly accurate heart rate sensors.
    — Brad Bourque, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2026
  • In our review, PCMag audio expert Tim Gideon lauded these headphones' above-average noise cancellation at their regular price.
    — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of cancellation

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“Neutralization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neutralization. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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