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return

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. return
2. giving back

This noun and verb (する) means to give back a title, position, or honor that one holds, often voluntarily. It implies a sense of relinquishing something prestigious, such as returning a championship title or resigning from an awarded position.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A person involved offered to relinquish their credentials over the matter.

Sentence 2

You know, whenever things get inconvenient, you're so quick to give up your authority, aren't you?

Sentence 3

Did that person actually give up their membership?

Sentence 4

The moment I said "I'm surrendering my membership," it felt like a weight off my shoulders!

Sentence 5

Wait, if you turn in your employee ID, you won't be able to get in anymore, right?