relinquish
Example Sentences
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And it permits genetic donors to formally relinquish all parental rights over “the resulting children.”
From Slate • May 13, 2026
“It seems inconceivable to me that we would voluntarily relinquish the leadership that has propelled our country, fueled the economy, made us healthier, and made us safer,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
He would relinquish his chairmanship next month to Kevin Warsh, as well as his separate seat as governor.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Apple’s Tim Cook will relinquish the CEO position, leaving behind an impressive legacy after growing the company to a $4 trillion market capitalization from under $350 billion 15 years ago.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026
The witch tilted her head back, resting it against his shoulder as he drove forward, inch by miserable inch, each wave pulling them back, as if the sea was unwilling to relinquish its hold.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
Vocabulary lists containing relinquish
The Declaration of Independence
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The Giver
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Essential Academic Vocabulary for High School Students, List 4
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