abdications

plural of abdication

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Noun
  • In one early sign of course correcting, Kupor says that many of the federal agencies that OPM’s 250-person consulting team works with are taking a fresh look at their staffing plans to account for greater-than-expected attrition from deferred resignations.
    Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
  • The Current Recognition Crisis Every Emmy represents an award-winning story, and many resignations represent an untold story.
    Stacey Stratton, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Some left because of promotions or retirements, but others because of ultimatums to accept new assignments or resign.
    Eric Tucker, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Over the past two seasons, Smith has allowed just three sacks and has emerged as the new face of the Cowboys’ offensive line following the retirements of Tyron Smith and Zack Martin.
    Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • His exit, which was was first reported by The Wall Street Journal earlier this month, was part of a string of high-profile departures at Musk's AI startup.
    MacKenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
  • The job reduction would be carried out so far as possible with voluntary departures and buyouts, the company said.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
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