dis·con·tin·u·ance 
(dĭs′kən-tĭny-əns)
(dĭs′kən-tĭny-əns)n.
1. The act or an instance of discontinuing or the condition of being discontinued; cessation.
2. Law
a. The plaintiff's failure to proceed in a legal action.
b. The plaintiff's agreement to the dismissal of a legal action.
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