1
as in exits
to leave a place often for another
I'll sing one more song before I depart
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2
as in dies
to stop living
a special tribute for those members of the motion picture academy who have departed over the past year
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Recent Examples of departs
Frias departs at a fragile moment for Rady Children’s.
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Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026
The Chiefs could use another body at that spot if Bryan Cook departs in free agency, which is the most likely outcome.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Jon Tower will assume executive-producer duties on an interim basis after Thomas departs.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
Senior broadcast producer Jon Tower will run CBS Mornings on an interim basis once Thomas departs.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
As the train departs, a sick woman begins transitioning into a zombie — and infecting everyone around her.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Mar. 2026
The artist gives Mary the address of his studio, which is very close, and when Maudie departs, Mary has an urge to visit him.
—Literary Hub, 3 Mar. 2026
According to the Somerset Patriots, Burt departs as the team’s all-time franchise leader in hits (241), runs (179) and games played (361).
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Journey Through the Clouds This two-day itinerary starts with a similar route as the train departs from Vancouver and stops in Kamloops for the night.
—Jessica Poitevien, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026
Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026
The Chiefs could use another body at that spot if Bryan Cook departs in free agency, which is the most likely outcome.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Jon Tower will assume executive-producer duties on an interim basis after Thomas departs.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
Senior broadcast producer Jon Tower will run CBS Mornings on an interim basis once Thomas departs.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
As the train departs, a sick woman begins transitioning into a zombie — and infecting everyone around her.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Mar. 2026
The artist gives Mary the address of his studio, which is very close, and when Maudie departs, Mary has an urge to visit him.
—Literary Hub, 3 Mar. 2026
According to the Somerset Patriots, Burt departs as the team’s all-time franchise leader in hits (241), runs (179) and games played (361).
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Journey Through the Clouds This two-day itinerary starts with a similar route as the train departs from Vancouver and stops in Kamloops for the night.
—Jessica Poitevien, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for departs
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They will also be notified of other account activities, such as when their kid adds a new contact or exits a pre-approved group chat.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
12 Mar. 2026
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After rain exits the area on Wednesday, a drier pattern is expected to move into North Texas.—
Julia James,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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War spreads in the Middle East, a coaching legend dies, and several incumbents face tough primaries.—
Melinda Yao,
NBC news,
7 Mar. 2026
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There is no way to measure the emotional cost of dealing with what happens after a spouse dies and leaves financial arrangements in a mess.—
Terry Savage,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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As the train moves through the Hudson Valley and up toward the Canadian border, riverfront towns give way to wide expanses of water and distant mountain peaks.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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The bodywork also moves now — the wings literally adjust as the car moves around the track, which sounds made up but isn’t.—
Alex Kirshner,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Iranians also continue to argue over who should lead if the current government falls.—
Alicia Victoria Lozano,
NBC news,
7 Mar. 2026
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The peak falls near a first-quarter moon this year, which bodes well for another bright, impressive shower this year, per the Old Farmer’s Almanac.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Mar. 2026
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The experience stands out, either because of some exceptional food items or an aspect of hospitality that goes above and beyond.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Since speed dating only made Taylor more nervous, Jessi goes ahead and hires the dating coach who organized the speed-dating event to give Taylor some one-on-one tutelage.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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Every soldier Harry would have saved on a transport during the war perishes too.—
Margaret Heidenry,
Vanity Fair,
24 Dec. 2025
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Factory ships deplete fisheries in a matter of years and an inordinate amount of sea life also perishes in their nets.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Aug. 2025
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The top two candidates in the June 2 primary will move on to a November runoff — even if the top finisher in June gets more than 50% of the vote.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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However the filmmakers entirely forget about his story until the end title cards, where the audience gets an update on his whereabouts.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
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The Shakespearean classic focuses on Macbeth, a Scottish general who makes his prophecy of becoming king a reality but then succumbs to madness.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Her sexuality is a source of conflict for her family, and the pressure leads to the painful breakup with her girlfriend, Rosie (Jess Gabor), who succumbs to family expectations.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
17 Dec. 2025
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“Departs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/departs. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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