leave-taking
Example Sentences
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The clip did not directly address his leave-taking from Fox or the reasons for it.
From Washington Times • Apr. 26, 2023
He could be shed-a-tear somber in “Apopemptic,” which means leave-taking and is a tribute to Louis Andriessen.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 26, 2021
Conspicuous leave-taking tends to break up a party and should therefore be reserved for an hour when that would be a favor to the host.
From Washington Post • Oct. 3, 2021
“I found the leave-taking wrenching,” said Ms. George, who is married to the playwright Lisa Kron, “but handled with exceptional grace and care for all.”
From New York Times • May 8, 2020
As they made a date for their leave-taking, a tide was running, returning, and she ran to meet it.
From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee
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