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resignation

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. retirement
2. resignation

This noun and verb (する) means to leave or step down from a position or post, particularly in a professional or official capacity. It is commonly used in news contexts when executives, politicians, or officials formally resign or end their term in a role.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, you're announcing your resignation right here, right now?!

Sentence 2

She said, "Now is the right time, so I'm stepping down."

Sentence 3

I just can't wrap my head around the reason for the resignation.

Sentence 4

It's ironic that that decision ended up leading to his resignation.

Sentence 5

At dinner, my mom announced, "I've stepped down as treasurer."