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dismissal (from a post)

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. dismissal (from a post)
2. discharge

This noun and verb (with する) means the dismissal or removal of someone from an official position or post. It is commonly used in news and formal contexts when an executive, official, or manager is removed from their role.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

An alarm was going off in my head: "If I get dismissed, it's all over."

Sentence 2

Why was she dismissed, and why is that person the one replacing her?

Sentence 3

A notice of dismissal for the condo association board was posted on the bulletin board near the station.

Sentence 4

Getting dismissed out of nowhere — what about accountability!?

Sentence 5

If it's that easy to dismiss someone, what does responsibility even mean?