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
He was manager of Bristol City when Theo died and took a brief leave of absence before returning to his role.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
You mentioned that a leave of absence and a change in roles did not help.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026
A few months ago, her company and the school board came up with a new program that lets professionals take a leave of absence for a year to teach in inner-city schools.
From "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake
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