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ri-VOHK/rɪˈvəʊk/

To revoke is to officially cancel a right, decision, or document: revoke a licence, revoke access. Repeal (this batch) cancels a law; grant sits opposite. A blank badge log is a reason, not a mood.

Meaning

To officially cancel a right, decision, or document.

Examples

• “Revoke corridor access if the badge log is blank.”
• “Repeal is this batch (a law). Withdraw is milder. A log is a file. Access is a swipe. Close the door; then investigate the blank.”

Good to know

Officially cancel a right or paper. Cousin: repeal (this batch; a law). A blank log is a reason to shut access.

Near in meaning

withdraw

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