hung up

Example Sentences

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I always hung up quickly, realizing before the first ring that my friend would not answer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Not since the legendary Fred Trueman hung up his international cricket boots in 1965 has any England bowler taken that many Test wickets at a better average.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

During his club playing career, Beckham spent time at Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan, the American side LA Galaxy, and Paris Saint-Germain, where he hung up his boots in 2013.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

When the Hechinger Report reached out to the company with questions, a representative immediately hung up, and the company did not respond to a follow-up email.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

When he hung up he had a strange look on his face.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt