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Learner's definition of QUASH
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1
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to stop (something) from continuing by doing or saying something
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The riot was quashed by police.
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The couple quashed rumors that they were engaged.
2
law
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to decide that (a ruling, decision, etc.) is wrong and no longer valid
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The judge quashed [=overturned] the verdict of the lower court and ordered a new trial.
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