relinquish

Example Sentences

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In a post-coup period of emergency rule, Min Aung Hlaing served as both commander-in-chief of the armed forces and acting president, but to become permanent president he is constitutionally compelled to relinquish his military post.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Part of the never-ending parade of young Americans who relinquish their civilian lives and prepare to be sent to points unknown.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

With Senegal refusing to relinquish the trophy, and with Saturday's planned parade a sign of their contempt, the battle to be crowned African champions is far from over.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

But the key element that alarmed and upset some rival studio executives was the stipulation that the studio would relinquish ownership of “Sinners” to Coogler after 25 years.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

So much had been taken from them already that all they had left was their hope, and they would not relinquish that.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson