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as in goings
the act of leaving a place
his sudden departure left them wondering if they'd upset him
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as in deviations
a turning away from a course or standard
any departure from the modernist orthodoxy was scorned by the city's cultural elite
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Recent Examples of departures
Together, the potential departures of two of Kansas City’s most experienced lawmakers — one on his own terms, one forced — could play a role in shaping the city’s future and diminish its ability to secure local priorities at the federal level.
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Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
For example, while there are many reasons behind new immigration flows, an underlying driver of departures – from Africa and the Middle East in particular – is a lack of opportunity at home and the promise of better opportunities abroad for this burgeoning population.
—John Rennie Short, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
The Maryland metropolis had a 10 percent increase in private-jet departures from February 14 to March 22, according to date from business aviation analysis firm WingX; the Big Easy, meanwhile, saw 11 percent more private planes hit the skies in the same period.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
The departures of starters Paul Rubelt, Jabari Brooks, Gaard Memmelaar, Carter Miller, Keegan Smith and Cameron Kinnie leave the offensive line facing an overhaul in 2026.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
The organization also experienced several high-profile departures, with some former leaders expressing dissatisfaction over its direction and priorities.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Reuters has reported that around 300 Russian specialists remain on site after more than 160 staff were evacuated, with further departures expected as Moscow reduces personnel to essential levels.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Several candidates will compete to start at left guard after the free agency departures of Spencer Burford (Raiders) and Ben Bartch (Lions).
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
Ivey also praised returners Hidalgo, Prosper and Kate Koval for staying amid a wave of transfers and departures last season, including star guard Olivia Miles leaving for TCU.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
For example, while there are many reasons behind new immigration flows, an underlying driver of departures – from Africa and the Middle East in particular – is a lack of opportunity at home and the promise of better opportunities abroad for this burgeoning population.
—John Rennie Short, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
The Maryland metropolis had a 10 percent increase in private-jet departures from February 14 to March 22, according to date from business aviation analysis firm WingX; the Big Easy, meanwhile, saw 11 percent more private planes hit the skies in the same period.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
The departures of starters Paul Rubelt, Jabari Brooks, Gaard Memmelaar, Carter Miller, Keegan Smith and Cameron Kinnie leave the offensive line facing an overhaul in 2026.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
The organization also experienced several high-profile departures, with some former leaders expressing dissatisfaction over its direction and priorities.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Reuters has reported that around 300 Russian specialists remain on site after more than 160 staff were evacuated, with further departures expected as Moscow reduces personnel to essential levels.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Several candidates will compete to start at left guard after the free agency departures of Spencer Burford (Raiders) and Ben Bartch (Lions).
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
Ivey also praised returners Hidalgo, Prosper and Kate Koval for staying amid a wave of transfers and departures last season, including star guard Olivia Miles leaving for TCU.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for departures
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At the center of it all is Melissa Kössler, who in the early goings of the 2026 NWSL season is emerging as one of the league’s most dangerous strikers.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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When the Stars weren’t scoring much at five-on-five in the early goings of the season, Robertson picked up the pace.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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By improving their algorithms and collecting more data, the team hopes to improve their measurements and possibly uncover deviations from existing theories.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Mar. 2026
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To anyone following the MAHA movement and the activities of the surgeon general nominee, Casey Means, these deviations will not be surprising.—
Christopher Duggan,
STAT,
27 Mar. 2026
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The airport in Montego Bay handles the vast majority of flights to the island.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Air travelers are paying the price of the shutdown with unpredictable, snaking TSA lines at airports across the country, jeopardizing their chances to pass through security on time for their flights.—
Graham Hurley,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2026
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All mandatory evacuations were lifted Sunday, but low-lying areas and residences along the river remain on pre-evacuation orders.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
13 Oct. 2025
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Up to date evacuations are available on the Perimeter evacuation website.—
Jenavieve Hatch,
Sacbee.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The cities get quieter, the exoduses take place, and the publishing output slows to an almost complete halt.—
Julia Hass,
Literary Hub,
25 Nov. 2025
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Generally speaking, this matters for Social Security optimization because Roth IRA distributions, unlike traditional IRA withdrawals, are not included in provisional income calculations.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Mar. 2026
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Traditional IRAs force withdrawals starting at age 73, which means less control over your tax bill in retirement.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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The leaves have a natural MSG-like umami quality.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
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Their plumed blooms in pink, red, white, and purple, and their fern-like leaves add visual contrast when planted with hydrangeas.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Departures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/departures. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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