as in withdrawal
an act of moving away especially from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable
military historians have blamed the defeat on that battalion's retirement from the front lines
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Recent Examples of retirement
The news comes after owner Lisa Boix announced her retirement.
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Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 20 Mar. 2026
Rose’s retirement comes relatively soon another sign-off by a prominent New York radio voice.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
How private credit's problems threaten ordinary people In the short term, Wall Street's private credit selloff is cutting into the retirement accounts of some individual investors — including those who have bought into private credit companies through mutual funds or their 401ks.
—Maria Aspan, NPR, 19 Mar. 2026
The Mets said Rose will continue to serve as the master of ceremonies for Mets on-field special events at Citi Field including Opening Day, Mets Hall of Fame induction day, and number retirements.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
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Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 20 Mar. 2026
Rose’s retirement comes relatively soon another sign-off by a prominent New York radio voice.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
How private credit's problems threaten ordinary people In the short term, Wall Street's private credit selloff is cutting into the retirement accounts of some individual investors — including those who have bought into private credit companies through mutual funds or their 401ks.
—Maria Aspan, NPR, 19 Mar. 2026
The Mets said Rose will continue to serve as the master of ceremonies for Mets on-field special events at Citi Field including Opening Day, Mets Hall of Fame induction day, and number retirements.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for retirement
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The petition's withdrawal is good news for the many neighbors who spoke out against the annexation.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Carolyn’s withdrawal into depression reminds him of his mother’s own.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
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Altogether, service is low‑key and functional rather than reverential—more practical help, less concierge fanfare—which actually fits the retreat’s stripped‑down, results-first vibe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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Owned by Kampgrounds of America (KOA), this glamping retreat ten minutes from the entrance to Acadia National Park has 64 secluded canvas-and-wood tents set among the trees.—
The Editors,
Outside,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Retirement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retirement. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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