Withdraw
/wɪðˈdrɔː/
Definitions
- (v.) To remove or take back something previously offered or placed.
The plaintiff chose to withdraw the lawsuit before trial.
- (v.) To cease participation or involvement in a legal proceeding or agreement.
The party decided to withdraw from the contract due to breach.
Forms
- withdraws
- withdrew
- withdrawn
- withdrawing
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Commentary
Common in procedural contexts, withdrawal often requires formal notice to be legally effective.
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