as in withdrawals
an act of moving away especially from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable
military historians have blamed the defeat on that battalion's retirement from the front lines
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Recent Examples of retirements
But Risker said the museum, or parts of it, can be rented for private events to celebrate special occasions, such as birthdays, retirements, and anniversaries.
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Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Why Youthful Energy and Continuity Matter Underneath the headlines about aging advisors and looming retirements, a new generation of financial professionals is emerging.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
This is Fortune 500 Power Moves, a column tracking executive shifts—from appointments and promotions to resignations and retirements—within the highest ranks of Fortune 500 companies.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
Several other longtime Charlotte restaurants have closed in recent years, falling victim to retirements, redevelopments and other fates.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
So there are a lot of retirements coming up in the next six to nine months.
—Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
The recent round of cuts add to the stream of workers leaving the CDC this year due to earlier rounds of firings, early retirements and resignations.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 14 Oct. 2025
After buyouts, early retirements, voluntary separations and a Reduction in Force, the agency was shrunk nearly in half earlier this year.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2025
Saturday will be the last time Inter Miami fans can see former Barcelona legends Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba in a home regular season game, as both announced their retirements in the past few weeks.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2025
Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Why Youthful Energy and Continuity Matter Underneath the headlines about aging advisors and looming retirements, a new generation of financial professionals is emerging.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
This is Fortune 500 Power Moves, a column tracking executive shifts—from appointments and promotions to resignations and retirements—within the highest ranks of Fortune 500 companies.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
Several other longtime Charlotte restaurants have closed in recent years, falling victim to retirements, redevelopments and other fates.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
So there are a lot of retirements coming up in the next six to nine months.
—Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
The recent round of cuts add to the stream of workers leaving the CDC this year due to earlier rounds of firings, early retirements and resignations.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 14 Oct. 2025
After buyouts, early retirements, voluntary separations and a Reduction in Force, the agency was shrunk nearly in half earlier this year.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2025
Saturday will be the last time Inter Miami fans can see former Barcelona legends Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba in a home regular season game, as both announced their retirements in the past few weeks.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for retirements
Noun
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Soon after being sworn into office, his new secretary of defense, Peter Hegseth, warned NATO to prepare for American troop withdrawals from Europe.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Yes, but withdrawals before age 59½ may be subject to taxes and a 10% early withdrawal penalty, unless an exception applies.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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From remodels to new construction, or family homes to vacation retreats, The Residency Bureau takes on projects of all sizes and types, working with clients both locally and further afield.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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There are splurge-worthy retreats that make for a highly memorable milestone celebration.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Retirements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retirements. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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