leaving

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He thirsts for the kind of ultimate supremacy and luxury enjoyed by monarchical figures of the past, who built the likes of Egyptian temples and Versailles, leaving lasting marks on their national landscapes.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

The second, an act of pure genius - a daring dribble from his own half leaving England players velcroed to the Azteca turf, before grounding and rounding goalkeeper Peter Shilton.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

While leaving interest rates unchanged for more than seven months gives buyers a better sense of what they are working with, it doesn’t suddenly make homes more affordable, the broker says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

He told voters that he walked away from the firm 14 years ago, leaving an enormous amount of money on the table, because it did not align with his morals.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

“I’m leaving on Wednesday. I won’t be back in school.”

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott