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sacking

[sak-ing] / ˈsæk ɪŋ /
NOUN
burlap
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In a statement, Mills said the announcement of his sacking had led "to the publication of rumour and speculation".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

After the sacking was announced, the BBC said in a statement: "While we do not comment on matters relating to individuals, we can confirm Scott Mills is no longer contracted to work with the BBC."

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

In an email sent to staff on Monday morning, Lorna Clarke, director of music at the BBC, said the sacking would "come as a shock".

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

He led major campaigns against the Parthians, Rome’s main rival to the east, sacking their capital city and annexing a huge swath of territory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Reino gave a slow smile of satisfaction and handed the bundle of sacking to Helvi, telling her to keep it warm and quiet for a while—if she was sure that she still wanted a cat.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford