as in final
given, taken, or performed at parting
the singer's farewell tour seemed to last almost as long as her entire career
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as in ave
an expression of good wishes at parting
the exchange student and her host family said their tearful farewells, promising to keep in touch
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as in departure
the act of leaving a place
before making his final farewell, the company president personally spoke to as many employees as he could
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as in parting
the act or process of two or more persons going off in different directions
our farewell was rushed, and we didn't say all that we wanted to before heading off to colleges at opposite ends of the country
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Recent Examples of farewell
Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026
Local love for Clutch Coffee Bar In a farewell message, Spicer thanked the community for its support over the last several years.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2026
Maliha Shoaib, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026
After running kayak outfitter Adventures in Florida for more than three decades, Greg sold his company to a new owner, moved to Virginia and then came back to Florida to spend nearly two months hiking the entire Florida Trail as a long farewell to the Sunshine State.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
In the past, some ISS crews have had a brief farewell message before entering their spacecraft, trading hugs and handshakes with the crewmates remaining behind on the station.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026
Local love for Clutch Coffee Bar In a farewell message, Spicer thanked the community for its support over the last several years.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2026
Noun
Rome bid farewell to Valentino Garavani on Friday morning, when hundreds of mourners gathered for his funeral at the Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, the vast Renaissance church built within the ancient Baths of Diocletian and adapted in the 16th century by Michelangelo.
—Maliha Shoaib, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026
After running kayak outfitter Adventures in Florida for more than three decades, Greg sold his company to a new owner, moved to Virginia and then came back to Florida to spend nearly two months hiking the entire Florida Trail as a long farewell to the Sunshine State.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for farewell
Adjective
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The final project aims to blend elements from space sims, first-person shooters, MMOs, and more into a massive amalgamation set in a huge, persistent universe.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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The show created by Levy and his son Dan about a wealthy family forced to live in a tiny town would dominate the Emmys in its sixth and final season.—
ANDREW DALTON,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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However, the consistent arctic air masses have driven our actual average down to just 15 degrees, a full 10-degree departure from the norm.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Also on Saturday, airlines cancelled 35 departures (83%) from Northwest Arkansas National Airport and 34 arrivals (89%).—
Anne Li,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
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The process of parting and moisturizing my children's hair is a moment to show them care, talk, or have quality time.—
Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez,
Parents,
30 Jan. 2026
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Recently, a stranger—who became an acquaintance over the course of a few hours—held my hug significantly longer than what’s customary upon parting ways.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In a decision filed last week in Fulton County Superior Court, District Attorney Fani Willis said there wasn't enough evidence to prosecute Patty Durand for stealing trade secrets, which is a felony.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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The anticipated move would end a string of three consecutive quarter-point rate cuts, aligning with a cautious approach outlined by Powell last month, before reports of the investigation into his conduct.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
28 Jan. 2026
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However, the Patriots can kiss Howell good-bye if he isn't taken 25th by the Chicago Bears.—
Zoe Collins Rath,
Austin American Statesman,
31 Jan. 2026
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As confetti filled the room, the girls gave their final thanks and good-byes, with their dancers and band.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Auto browse can research flights and hotels, fill out forms, collect documents, manage subscriptions, and even help renew licenses.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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As long as the flight takes off and lands, the transaction feels complete.—
Shain Shapiro,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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It’s expected to serve as the 95-year-old investor’s valedictory farewell after more than six decades leading the conglomerate, which began as a struggling New England clothing company.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
9 Nov. 2025
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Despite its ominously valedictory new subtitle, The Final Reckoning is unlikely to actually be the final Mission: Impossible.—
A.A. Dowd,
Vulture,
6 Jan. 2025
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With Durham leaving, LSU just added former Mansfield Lake Ridge and Aledo star running back Raycine Guillory, who is transferring from Utah.—
Greg Riddle,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Jan. 2026
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Bleeding, the victim stumbled out and snapped a few photos of the USPS van leaving.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
24 Dec. 2025
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“Farewell.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/farewell. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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