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as in acceptance
the action or condition of enduring hardship or discomfort without resisting or attempting to improve it
They had reached a state of resignation to being broke.
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as in retirement
the act or practice of giving up something (such as a job or position)
The senator abruptly announced his resignation following news of the scandal.
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Recent Examples of resignation
That included former interim U.S. Attorney Danielle Sassoon, who wrote in her resignation letter that Adams had entered into a corrupt quid pro quo with Trump to get rid of his case by offering immigration enforcement assistance in exchange for a dismissal.
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Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 10 May 2025
According to the Daily Telegraph and The Athletic, Oakes’ sudden resignation came after his brother William was arrested in Britain last week.
—Dan Cancian, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
The Illinois Prisoner Review Board’s controversial release of Brand – who had been re-incarcerated after he was accused of violating the terms of his parole – led to the resignation of two members and spurred Gov. J.B. Pritzker to create a new position on the board.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
Here is what Krista Bokhari alleged in her 2,567-word Facebook post.
‘Withholding of critical information’
WFAE previously reported Tariq Bokhari had sent text messages in 2024 to Jennings that threatened to tarnish his legacy and push for his resignation.
—Nora O’Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2025
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Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 10 May 2025
According to the Daily Telegraph and The Athletic, Oakes’ sudden resignation came after his brother William was arrested in Britain last week.
—Dan Cancian, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
The Illinois Prisoner Review Board’s controversial release of Brand – who had been re-incarcerated after he was accused of violating the terms of his parole – led to the resignation of two members and spurred Gov. J.B. Pritzker to create a new position on the board.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
Here is what Krista Bokhari alleged in her 2,567-word Facebook post.
‘Withholding of critical information’
WFAE previously reported Tariq Bokhari had sent text messages in 2024 to Jennings that threatened to tarnish his legacy and push for his resignation.
—Nora O’Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resignation
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However, other traits like emotional acceptance or being highly goal-focused sometimes led to less supportive dynamics, suggesting that what’s adaptive for an individual may not always strengthen the relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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There were thanks for Lineker’s contributions from the BBC’s director general Tim Davie but also the acceptance that there could be no reconciliation this time.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Like an aging slugger stepping up to the plate again after their retirement, the 78-year-old John was given a returning hero’s welcome by the 27,000-strong audience.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
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Souter continued to hear and decide cases on the First Circuit in retirement.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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But if your company is handling hundreds of submissions weekly, with underwriters specializing in various areas, the need for such a tool becomes nearly unavoidable.—
Marcin Nowak,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Customers can bet on each fight to end by knockout or submission.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 May 2025
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In terms of potential additions to the leadership group following Alexander-Arnold’s departure, Alexis Mac Allister would be a popular choice.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
10 May 2025
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Travelers are advised to consult a healthcare provider before departure and to remain informed through official channels.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Yet just as past bouts of defeatism were misguided, so is today’s triumphalism, which risks dangerously underestimating both the latent and actual power of the only competitor in a century whose GDP has surpassed 70 percent of that of the United States.—
Kurt M. Campbell,
Foreign Affairs,
10 Apr. 2025
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Blind pessimism becomes defeatism, a denial that solutions are possible.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
5 Feb. 2025
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“Resignation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resignation. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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