on leave

Example Sentences

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The Home Office said the alleged attacker was on leave to remain in the UK until 2028.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

A spokeswoman for Google said the company was "working with law enforcement on their investigation" and that the employee had been placed on leave.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Van Dyke is on leave from the military, his lawyer said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Josett was placed on leave from the Costa Mesa Police Department in December 2023.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Papi came home every few months on leave, but each time he seemed to me to be more and more changed, a different man almost.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo