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retiring

[ri-tahyuhr-ing] / rɪˈtaɪər ɪŋ /


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So too long-serving and highly respected financial director Andy Mollett, who is retiring in July.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

I just gave notice that I’m retiring at 60.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Chase Herrell, Ben Cushnie and Andrew Johnson gave up just one run over six innings, with Johnson retiring the first eight batters he faced.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

He began considering board opportunities after retiring in 2020, and one of the first was to chair PJM’s board of managers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

He lapped with delicate unhurried thoroughness, helping himself to two more before retiring to his woodpile again.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford




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