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relinquish

[ri-ling-kwish] / rɪˈlɪŋ kwɪʃ /


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And it permits genetic donors to formally relinquish all parental rights over “the resulting children.”

From Slate • May 13, 2026

“It seems inconceivable to me that we would voluntarily relinquish the leadership that has propelled our country, fueled the economy, made us healthier, and made us safer,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

It could relinquish to nonbelligerents the task of opening the strait, for which coalitions are already assembling.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Apple’s Tim Cook will relinquish the CEO position, leaving behind an impressive legacy after growing the company to a $4 trillion market capitalization from under $350 billion 15 years ago.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

“You could relinquish him to an orphanage here, then file an orphan petition. Start your 1-600 form and your home study while he’s in a safe place.”

From "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini




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