abdications

noun

plural of abdication
as in resignations

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  1. resignations
  2. retirements
  3. departures
Noun
  • Stevens cited el Sayed’s positions on Israel in explaining her decision, prompting condemnation from Democratic leaders and resignations from members of her congressional staff.
    — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The statement said the alleged pressure was designed to force resignations and that the European Union mission in Belgrade and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe have been informed.
    — Jovana Gec, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of resignations
Noun
  • In any other field, Helen and Sam would be successful mid-career professionals, but in their line of work, happy retirements are basically unheard of.
    — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Shaw said social media was used in the past to celebrate retirements and milestones.
    — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of retirements
Noun
  • Agencies should explain departures from scientific review recommendations.
    — Carole LaBonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Behind the scenes, the Control Room tracks all flights, delays, arrivals, and departures.
    — Lauren Harano, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of departures
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