retire

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Even after efforts under Bass to streamline hiring and boost recruitment, some officials are concerned there won’t be enough new cops to replace those projected to leave or retire in the coming years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Workers are opting to retire instead of adapting to AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Boomers make up roughly 20% of the U.S. population—and most are retired, with about four million more expected to retire annually this year and in 2027.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Like Ed and Cynthia, you and your wife will have to figure out what you’re willing to give up or must have if you decide to retire abroad.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

“From Dave’s notes,” he said, “I think I can still go ahead and retire Roy Baty. But maybe not Irmgard Baty.”

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick