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
And don’t be surprised if there are more retirements, and possibly resignations, announced in the coming weeks.
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David M. Drucker, Twin Cities, 6 Jan. 2026
Those expectations are prompting Republican retirements and energizing Democrats.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Members from both parties are announcing retirements, resignations and bids for higher office — developments that could play a pivotal role in determining which party controls the House of Representatives.
—Taylor Fishman, Baltimore Sun, 2 Jan. 2026
With the retirements of icons Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba to retirement, Inter Miami’s front office has been busy reloading and pursuing reinforcements.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2026
Goddard’s federal workers and private contractors were also reduced from over 10,000 to 6600 following budget cuts, buyouts and early retirements earlier this year.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 2 Jan. 2026
Some older workers are seeking to make their retirements more financially sustainable by staying on the job for longer.
—Mary Moreland, Fortune, 31 Dec. 2025
Advertisement And with historic retirements this year from people like former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, the field for many primaries is wide open.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 30 Dec. 2025
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.
—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 4 Nov. 2025
David M. Drucker, Twin Cities, 6 Jan. 2026
Those expectations are prompting Republican retirements and energizing Democrats.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Members from both parties are announcing retirements, resignations and bids for higher office — developments that could play a pivotal role in determining which party controls the House of Representatives.
—Taylor Fishman, Baltimore Sun, 2 Jan. 2026
With the retirements of icons Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba to retirement, Inter Miami’s front office has been busy reloading and pursuing reinforcements.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2026
Goddard’s federal workers and private contractors were also reduced from over 10,000 to 6600 following budget cuts, buyouts and early retirements earlier this year.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 2 Jan. 2026
Some older workers are seeking to make their retirements more financially sustainable by staying on the job for longer.
—Mary Moreland, Fortune, 31 Dec. 2025
Advertisement And with historic retirements this year from people like former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, the field for many primaries is wide open.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 30 Dec. 2025
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.
—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 4 Nov. 2025
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 10 Jan. 2026.
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