as in farewell
an expression of good wishes at parting
we bid our adieus and were off
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Recent Examples of adieu
Sundae Shoppe Mini Ice Cream Cones Every Labor Day party needs a sweet finish to match that of summer’s adieu, which is why these Mini Ice Cream Cones are such a hit with guests of all ages.
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Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2025
Santos surrendered to prison authorities after bidding a dramatic adieu to supporters.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2025
And bid adieu to a Stutz building coffee shop, a Fishers taproom and more.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
In his tribute, del Toro noted Novak’s decision to bid adieu to the business.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2025
Santos surrendered to prison authorities after bidding a dramatic adieu to supporters.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2025
And bid adieu to a Stutz building coffee shop, a Fishers taproom and more.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
In his tribute, del Toro noted Novak’s decision to bid adieu to the business.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adieu
farewell
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The November 17th already carries considerable weight due to Cena's farewell.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Winfrey served as an honorary grand chair as Copeland, who was the first Black woman to serve as a principal dancer at the renowned American Ballet Theatre, had her farewell from the company on Wednesday.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Adieu.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adieu. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.
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