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The Clue
Nixes (6 letter answer)
The Answer
VETOES
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Notes
The answer VETOES is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1600 puzzles.
Related Clues
Disapprovals
Prohibits
Nixes a bill
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Says no to
Won't allow
Definition
VETO as a noun:
1. a vote that blocks a decision
2. the power or right to prohibit or reject a proposed or intended act (especially the power of a chief executive to reject a bill passed by the legislature)
VETO as a verb:
1. (veto, blackball, negative) = vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent; "The President vetoed the bill"
2. (forbid, prohibit, interdict, proscribe, veto, disallow) = command against; "I forbid you to call me late at night"; "Mother vetoed the trip to the chocolate store"