leave of absence

Example Sentences

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Judges have granted him leave of absence at every hearing so far.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

The healthcare IT company where Sanchez works as a senior customer success manager allowed her to take a 60-day unpaid leave of absence but said it would have to terminate her employment afterward.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

The manager granted Ronald Araujo a leave of absence in December to prioritise his mental health, describing it as a private situation.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

I took a leave of absence and recently changed to a position with less responsibility, but that did not help.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

Rumor had it that Mr. Fitt had tipped someone off about Cammy’s raises, and that as a result the dean had been forced to take a leave of absence.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen