Vacated
/ˈveɪˌkeɪtɪd/
Definitions
- (v. (past tense)) Past tense of vacate, meaning to annul or set aside a legal decision or order.
The appellate court vacated the lower court's judgment.
Forms
- vacate
- vacates
- vacating
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Commentary
Used primarily in legal contexts to describe the action of nullifying or setting aside prior rulings or orders.
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