SportsAugust 17, 2026

rescinding

ri-SIN-ding

Definition

The act of officially canceling, revoking, or taking back an action, decision, or order.

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'rescindere', meaning 'to cut off' or 'to tear open,' which is formed from 're-' (back) and 'scindere' (to cut). It entered English in the 16th century via the Middle French 'rescinder.'

In the news

The article describes the turbulence of the team's season, which included coach Phillip Steward resigning and subsequently rescinding that resignation. This reversal was a significant event that deeply affected the players' morale and focus.

Eyes of the Tigers of Marana have tears from recent developments but also vision of what’s ahead

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