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
The heightened interest in the crowded Democratic field is a nod to the rare opportunity that comes with vacant House seats, typically brought by retirements, death, or accession into a higher or statewide office.
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Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 18 Jan. 2026
From July to mid-October, there was an increase in resignations and retirements at Georgia Tech, Kennesaw State, Georgia Southern and Georgia State universities compared to the same period in 2024, according to data obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution via records requests.
—Jason Armesto, AJC.com, 17 Jan. 2026
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.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 16 Jan. 2026
Others are tied to retirements, construction projects, legal problems or other unique circumstances.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 16 Jan. 2026
Commissioner Tim Tipton told House lawmakers during budget hearings Monday that the funding to hold more academy classes is necessary to in order to train and hire the number of troopers needed to adequately patrol the state amid retirements and other attrition.
—Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 13 Jan. 2026
This relationship continued after their retirements.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
Because of retirements and bids for higher office, there will be new legislators in several key positions in the Iowa House and Senate when lawmakers gavel in for the start of the legislative session.
—Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 12 Jan. 2026
Stephen Miran’s term as governor ends in January, and there has been chatter about potential retirements, particularly Vice Chair Philip Jefferson.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 18 Jan. 2026
From July to mid-October, there was an increase in resignations and retirements at Georgia Tech, Kennesaw State, Georgia Southern and Georgia State universities compared to the same period in 2024, according to data obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution via records requests.
—Jason Armesto, AJC.com, 17 Jan. 2026
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.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 16 Jan. 2026
Others are tied to retirements, construction projects, legal problems or other unique circumstances.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 16 Jan. 2026
Commissioner Tim Tipton told House lawmakers during budget hearings Monday that the funding to hold more academy classes is necessary to in order to train and hire the number of troopers needed to adequately patrol the state amid retirements and other attrition.
—Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 13 Jan. 2026
This relationship continued after their retirements.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
Because of retirements and bids for higher office, there will be new legislators in several key positions in the Iowa House and Senate when lawmakers gavel in for the start of the legislative session.
—Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 12 Jan. 2026
Stephen Miran’s term as governor ends in January, and there has been chatter about potential retirements, particularly Vice Chair Philip Jefferson.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for retirements
Noun
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Another risk comes from early withdrawals.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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The boycott led to enough withdrawals that PEN’s Jean Stein Award went unawarded for two years and the prize money was instead donated to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In Southern California, Ojai is a serene haven of spiritual retreats, boutique shopping, and lush orange groves.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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These natural springs can be enjoyed at traditional properties like Fujiya Ryokan or at modern retreats such as Amanemu, where guests have access to spa onsens and private onsen baths in every suite and villa.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Retirements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retirements. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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