Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Notably, when Savannah Guthrie had an extended leave of absence from the show amid her mother Nancy Guthrie's ongoing abduction investigation, Kotb filled in for her.—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026 This happened years before, in such a serious way that my friend had to take a three-month medical leave of absence due to what was likely a nervous breakdown.—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026 Season Two, which concluded Thursday night, stretched this tension even further, showing Langdon’s return to the ER after a leave of absence for rehab.—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 19 Apr. 2026 Dahlin ended up missing three games during that first leave of absence.—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for leave of absence