nix
This page is about the slang term nix
Meaning
to cancel something, to stop something from happening
For example
- The slowing economy meant that many companies had their plans for expansion nixed when they couldn't get the loans they needed.
- Kelly's parents nixed the idea of a slumber party when she said some boys would come as well.
Variety
This is typically used in American English but may be used in other varieties of English too.
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