1
as in demise
the act of ceasing to exist
the expiry of a great empire is always a cataclysmic event
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2
as in death
the permanent stopping of all the vital bodily activities
once upon expiry, her soul entered the abode of the blessed dead
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Recent Examples of expiry
As the Egyptian’s contract saga has rumbled on towards its expiry in June, his hand has grown stronger in negotiations with every passing week.
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James Pearce, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
As the prospect of a Bosman free transfer upon the deal’s expiry grows, clubs become vulnerable.
—James McNicholas, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
Gold Points already earned by players will still be usable up until their expiry, 12 months after they were earned.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
However, in the months following the expiry of continuous enrollment, KFF surveys revealed that many individuals did not understand the implications of the unwinding process.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
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James Pearce, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
As the prospect of a Bosman free transfer upon the deal’s expiry grows, clubs become vulnerable.
—James McNicholas, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
Gold Points already earned by players will still be usable up until their expiry, 12 months after they were earned.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
However, in the months following the expiry of continuous enrollment, KFF surveys revealed that many individuals did not understand the implications of the unwinding process.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expiry
Noun
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While some may still resist the demise of relatable Season 1 Shauna, both Lynskey and Nélisse relish the chance to explore her descent further as Showtime’s just renewed the series for Season 4.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
27 May 2025
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Republicans might also remember that the 1798 restrictions on free speech/press played an important role in the election of President Jefferson and the effective demise of the Federalist Party.—
John A. Ragosta,
Baltimore Sun,
27 May 2025
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Nearly three months after 19-year-old twin brothers were found dead atop a mountain in northern Georgia, authorities have ruled their deaths a double suicide.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
28 May 2025
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Nearly three months after their bodies were found at the summit of Bell Mountain in northern Georgia, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has ruled their deaths a double suicide.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
28 May 2025
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If the bill doesn’t get passed, the expiration of the bulk of Trump’s first-term legislation would mean every Republican in the United States would head into the 2026 elections with the average U.S. household receiving a 22% tax hike, and nobody but the Republican Party to thank.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2025
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For domestic traders, June 20th, triple witching day (the expiration of index and stock options and futures), is the official start, in my opinion.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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The episode then cut to black, meaning Ellie's fate will remain up in the air for a few years until Season 3 eventually rolls around.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
26 May 2025
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The girl must use her brother’s identity to escape death, avoid her fate and rise to power.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Are they employees searching for wrongful termination help?—
JC Serrano,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Staffers who dealt with a wide rang of geopolitical issues received termination notices as part of an NSC restructuring, which is expected to grant more authority to the State and Defense departments.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Andrew Gans delves deep into the inspiring and improbable journey of his father, Danny Gans, and the circumstances surrounding his untimely passing.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
22 May 2025
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Since its passing in 1953, this law has caused miscommunication and significant delays in investigations of these cases.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
22 May 2025
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Cassie’s mom recounts her daughter’s abuse Regina Ventura, Cassie’s mother, also talked about the dissolution of Cudi’s relationship with her daughter during her testimony on Tuesday.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2025
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In creating the commission, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the dissolution of the county’s Mental Health Board and Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
21 May 2025
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“Expiry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expiry. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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