retired

Example Sentences

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“Constantly,” replies Small, who retired about five years ago from the medical profession.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“More air bases in western Saudi Arabia would add depth, dispersal, survivability, and avoid the Hormuz chokepoint,” said David Deptula, a retired Air Force three-star general who is the dean of the Mitchell Institute.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

If they remain third, it would be only their fifth top-three finish in 13 seasons since Sir Alex Ferguson retired.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Previously, a family friend who is an accountant handled my taxes, but they retired.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Grandpa used to work at a small import/export company until he retired a few years ago.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh