leave of absence
Example Sentences
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Judges have granted him leave of absence at every hearing so far.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
The healthcare IT company where Sanchez works as a senior customer success manager allowed her to take a 60-day unpaid leave of absence but said it would have to terminate her employment afterward.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
The manager granted Ronald Araujo a leave of absence in December to prioritise his mental health, describing it as a private situation.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
You mentioned that a leave of absence and a change in roles did not help.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026
Well, let him tell it: he took a leave of absence, but it’s been a year and I haven’t heard anything about his trying to go back.
From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson
