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retired

[ri-tahyuhrd] / rɪˈtaɪərd /
ADJECTIVE
having withdrawn from active life
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“Now that I’m retired I’m exploring it. I wanted to bring back those memories.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

Instead, one recently retired British general expressed doubts it could even generate a 5,000-strong brigade for a conflict in Europe.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

Most were disabled or chronically ill; unemployed or retired; widowed; or living alone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

For others, including retired state employees speaking in their individual capacities, the planned operation is long overdue.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

Dr. Fine wasn’t playing for the United States because he had retired from play in 1951.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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