1
as in to settle
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 to sack
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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as in to withdraw
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 retire
Ron eventually retired in 2004 after over 40 years in the union.
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Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Current President Thomas Bach is due to retire and the top candidate to replace him, Sebastian Coe, has spoken publicly about his position to protect women’s sports.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 7 Feb. 2025
Image: Intel On Monday, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger abruptly decided to retire after less than four years on the job.
—Verge Staff, The Verge, 28 Jan. 2025
But Havenstein just completed his 10th season and could decide to retire.
—Adam Grosbard, Orange County Register, 28 Jan. 2025
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Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Current President Thomas Bach is due to retire and the top candidate to replace him, Sebastian Coe, has spoken publicly about his position to protect women’s sports.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 7 Feb. 2025
Image: Intel On Monday, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger abruptly decided to retire after less than four years on the job.
—Verge Staff, The Verge, 28 Jan. 2025
But Havenstein just completed his 10th season and could decide to retire.
—Adam Grosbard, Orange County Register, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for retire
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Applying early — before her full retirement age of 67 — means settling for a smaller check.—
Liz Weston,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2025
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Iowa State didn’t have the same problem as the Cyclones began to settle in.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Feb. 2025
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Ex-head coach Julen Lopetegui was sacked and had been replaced by Graham Potter.—
Roshane Thomas,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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He was sacked three times and threw two interceptions, finishing with a QB rating of 42.2. NFL pundits began to question Mahomes’ legacy in the immediate aftermath of the game.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
12 Feb. 2025
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Musk withdrew the suit in June 2024, then revived it in August 2024 under similar complaints.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Feb. 2025
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Budget officials withdrew that OMB memo two days later.—
Jake Pearson,
ProPublica,
10 Feb. 2025
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Owners are encouraged to wash sheets and bedding regularly, stay up to date with vet visits, and walk your pet before bed, to ensure a good night's sleep with them.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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The firm offers concierge-like service and can handle all the details—from space planning to selecting bedding—giving their busy clients peace of mind and stylish, turn-key homes.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
5 Feb. 2025
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Chutkan granted a request from Smith to dismiss the case after Mr. Trump won the presidential election in November because of a Justice Department policy that forbids the prosecution of a sitting president.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2025
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In October, San Diego Superior Court Judge Aaron Katz dismissed the charge against Lor, ruling that the law requires the threat be specific toward the person allegedly threatened.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2025
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With their press broken, Newcastle had to retreat to their 5-4-1 shape but became fatigued making so many recovery runs.—
Liam Tharme,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
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The initiative follows widespread backlash against major retailers and corporations accused of retreating from DEI commitments after the Trump administration took steps to dismantle federal DEI programs.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
13 Feb. 2025
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For example, twitching was one side effect of the drug, but the patients slept under heavy blankets.—
Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi,
Discover Magazine,
8 Feb. 2025
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With most of these tech finds, the products usually run out pretty fast, so don't sleep on the decision - add it to your cart, pay, and wait for delivery.—
Gabriela Vatu,
PCMAG,
7 Feb. 2025
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The cup holder can also be removed for the car’s next owner, if that owner wants a more pure Bugatti experience.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2025
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Twelve people, including the three firefighters, were removed to area hospitals.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Retire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retire. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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