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adjective

ri-ˈtī(-ə)rd How to pronounce retired (audio)
Definition of retirednext
as in secluded
screened or sequestered from view hiked out to a retired beach and fished in the surf

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retired

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verb

past tense of retire
1
as in settled
to go to one's bed in order to sleep I'm exhausted, so I think I'll retire for the evening

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2
as in dismissed
to let go from office, service, or employment as a part of its restructuring, the company has begun to retire its older employees

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3
as in withdrew
to move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable) the insurgents have retired to the outskirts of the city, but appear to be readying themselves for another offensive

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Recent Examples of retired
Adjective
The average retired worker received $2,071 a month in Social Security benefits as of January, according to the Social Security Administration. — Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 This model presents a promising solution for retired professionals, though its long-term adaptability for residents with increasing care needs remains a key consideration. — Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Verb
In the ninth, Ben Joyce retired the Royals in order for his second save. — Kyle Glaser, Oc Register, 16 Aug. 2026 Angels reliever Ben Joyce retired the bottom of the lineup in order to earn the save. — Kansas City Star, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for retired
Recent Examples of Synonyms for retired
  1. secluded
  2. settled
  3. dismissed
  4. withdrew
  5. sheltered
  6. turned in
  7. sacked
  8. retreated
Adjective
  • The secluded beach of Apigania (south), with crystal clear water and fine sand on the southwest part of the island, takes some effort to reach.
    — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Kohler, Wisconsin Tucked away just one hour north of Milwaukee and two and a half hours north of Chicago, Kohler, Wisconsin’s private cabin collection offers an unforgettable fall retreat - where secluded luxury meets vibrant natural beauty.
    — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of secluded
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  • Earlier this year, the Securities and Exchange Commission settled its civil case over bribery charges against Adani and his nephew, Sagar Adani, directing the two to pay a total of $18 million in fines.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026
  • In Washington, the National Guard has settled into what is becoming a lengthy deployment, even as the troops carrying out the mission rotate with relative regularity.
    — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of settled
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  • But the fate of Mangione’s state case, set to go to trial next month, now hangs in the balance as his attorneys seek to get second-degree murder and weapons charges dismissed over double jeopardy protections.
    — Kara Scannell, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
  • All six defendants initially faced torture charges that were dismissed.
    — Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of dismissed
Verb
  • But the county withdrew from consideration over zoning issues.
    — David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
  • At Lucky Unique, none of the 57 eligible workers had received reimbursement after the supplier withdrew an earlier pledge to repay them.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of withdrew
Adjective
  • This year, its 638 beds became part of a jigsaw puzzle of new beds and vacancies that added up to Skid Row’s increase of 614 sheltered residents.
    — David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Located in the sheltered Gulf of Pteleos, Argyronisos has been powered primarily by solar energy for years and has been carefully preserved rather than extensively developed.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2026
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  • Stidham turned in a sharp and efficient performance Friday, completing 9 of 15 passes for 131 yards and a touchdown.
    — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • To track a ballot’s progress once it is turned in, voters can sign up to receive updates from the Supervisor of Elections Office.
    — Ruth Abramovitz, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of turned in
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  • One thing Taylor won't like is that Burrow was sacked once and then hit while throwing on third-and-4 from the Lions 38 during the second series.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Norwich just missed out on that position, coming ninth, but head coach Liam Manning was nowhere to be seen by then, having been sacked in November with his team second-bottom of the table.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of sacked
Verb
  • After July’s momentum wreck, bullish market sentiment retreated from extreme levels, setting the table for last week’s upturn.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The off-duty trooper exchanged fire through the window with the gunman, who briefly retreated and returned again, firing and hitting another victim who was trying to help and render aid.
    — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
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