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overrule in Spanish

overrule in Spanish is nulificar — overrule means to reject or reverse a decision using higher authority.

overrule in Spanish

nulificar
verb
(transitive) To nullify a previous ruling by a higher power.

What does "overrule" mean?

  1. verb To reject or reverse a decision using higher authority.
    "The appeals court overruled the earlier verdict."
  2. verb To reject an objection during a court proceeding.
    "The judge overruled the defence's objection."
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overrule in a sentence

  • The appeals court overruled the earlier verdict.
  • The judge overruled the defence's objection.

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What is "overrule" in Spanish?

"overrule" in Spanish is nulificar. overrule means: To reject or reverse a decision using higher authority.

How do you use "overrule" in a sentence?

Example: "The appeals court overruled the earlier verdict." In Spanish, "overrule" is nulificar.

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