Meaning & use
Countermand
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To cancel or reverse a previous order or command by issuing a contrary one.
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The general countermanded the earlier retreat order and pushed the troops forward.
The new manager countermanded several policies set by her predecessor.
A note on using this word
Often used in military and legal contexts, where authority to issue and cancel orders matters greatly.
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