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null and void

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  1. Canceled, invalid, as in The lease is now null and void. This phrase is actually redundant, since null means “void,” that is, “ineffective.” It was first recorded in 1669.


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But if biological mothers and fathers are constitutionally forbidden from transferring parental rights, then many adoption consents are null and void.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

However, the court has now ruled that the fine "must be declared null and void" because of flaws in the investigation, according to a ruling obtained by AFP on Tuesday.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Rajoelina rejected the vote, calling it "null and void".

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025

In December, Machado filed a claim with the tribunal, Venezuela’s highest court, arguing the ban was null and void and seeking an injunction to protect her political rights.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 29, 2024

When my grandmother passed away, that application became null and void.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi

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