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retire

[ri-tahyuhr] / rɪˈtaɪər /


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He had an operation at the age of 23 in a bid to save his career, but eventually realised he would have to retire.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Höttges plans to retire at the end of 2028 and wants the right successor to be found first, said people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

She is also expected to inherit enough money from her mother to retire within the next eight to 10 years, when she is in her 60s.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Dave had hoped to retire between 60 and 65, but having children later might push him toward the back of that range, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

When they were ready to retire, I would bring sweet wine and clean linens, trim the candlewicks, and withdraw, locking the doors behind me.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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