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leave of absence

NOUN
time away from regular job or school
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You mentioned that a leave of absence and a change in roles did not help.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

The networking platform for medical professionals cut its full-year sales outlook and said its chief financial officer was taking a temporary leave of absence.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

The boss of an academy trust at the centre of strikes over potential job cuts has taken a "leave of absence".

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

Though Tom is guilty of no actual wrongdoing, the dean has asked him to take a leave of absence to let any possible recriminations blow over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

She returned to work, appearing none the worse for wear, but was out of work again on a leave of absence during July and August 1948.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly