1
as in departing
the act of leaving a place
his sudden departure left them wondering if they'd upset him
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2
as in deviation
a turning away from a course or standard
any departure from the modernist orthodoxy was scorned by the city's cultural elite
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Recent Examples of departure
In 2024, the Smashing Pumpkins released Aghori Mhori Mei, their first album since the departure of their longtime guitarist Jeff Schroeder.
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Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 18 May 2026
But just before departure, an engineer notes barnacles forming along the hull.
—David Pennino, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
His departure comes at an uncharted time for CBS, as the company undergoes several leadership changes.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
His administrative background was one of the main reasons he was selected for the position, as city officials were seeking strong leadership on the operational side of the department following Lopez’s departure.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 18 May 2026
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Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 18 May 2026
But just before departure, an engineer notes barnacles forming along the hull.
—David Pennino, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
His departure comes at an uncharted time for CBS, as the company undergoes several leadership changes.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
His administrative background was one of the main reasons he was selected for the position, as city officials were seeking strong leadership on the operational side of the department following Lopez’s departure.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for departure
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The Aztecs are hoping to upgrade the center position with both Heide and Compton departing.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 May 2026
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This evocative tale explores the uncertainty of leaving home, even if departing means rejoining a cherished relationship.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
1 Apr. 2026
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Equally important, treat deviations from your targets with rigor.—
Thierry Brunel,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Each component must perform within narrow tolerances, particularly at extended distances where minor deviations can significantly affect accuracy.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
16 May 2026
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Those two factors combined mean a summer exodus is likely, even if very few Wolves players have managed to enhance their reputations during a season in which relegation has seemed certain since well before Christmas.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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Continue reading … HOUSE DIVIDED — Fetterman says Democrats have become ‘anti-men,’ warns of young male voter exodus.—
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FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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As to why Psyche made this little detour on its way to its final target?—
Monisha Ravisetti,
Space.com,
20 May 2026
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Jordan Beck’s attempts to get back on track have hit a detour.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
19 May 2026
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Those seated in the gunner or engineer positions will also be treated to additional clips of Grogu via their adjacent flight panels, the young alien here portrayed as something of a playful pet of a child who is exaggeratedly chill during the commotion.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2026
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West Ham United’s fight against relegation from the Premier League will be decided on the season’s final day and anything but a win at home to Leeds United will end a 14-year run in the top flight.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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More than 400 residents remain under evacuation warnings.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Follow evacuation instructions without delay.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2026
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Transfer to a platter and top with parsley leaves with tender stems.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 May 2026
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Monkeys move through layers of leaves and vines dozens of meters above the ground.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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With McCaughey’s withdrawal, the delegates then endorsed Fazio unanimously in a voice vote.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2026
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The insula, in particular, organizes and coordinates the withdrawal response, facial expression and visceral sensations that together constitute a full disgust reaction.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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“Departure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/departure. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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