leave of absence

noun phrase

1
: permission to be absent from duty or employment
2

Examples of leave of absence in a Sentence

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The 22-year-old had to take a leave of absence from working with children with autism to search for something that would work for her depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025 Former Superintendent Carmela Levy-David went on a leave of absence in November 2024 and eventually left the district after parents and teachers complained about her leadership. Emilia Otte, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2025 Maze is currently serving on the bench for the month of February, while Judge Melissa Logan Bellows is on a leave of absence. Stephanie Kuzydym, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025 Judge Irv Maze is substituting in the seventh division of Jefferson Circuit Court while Judge Melissa Logan Bellows is out on a leave of absence. Stephanie Kuzydym, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for leave of absence

Word History

First Known Use

1756, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of leave of absence was in 1756

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“Leave of absence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leave%20of%20absence. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.

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