relinquish

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

For now, though, Iran is unlikely to relinquish its control over Hormuz or make other major concessions in the coming talks, analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

In a post-coup period of emergency rule, Min Aung Hlaing served as both commander-in-chief of the armed forces and acting president, but to become permanent president he is constitutionally compelled to relinquish his military post.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Some Senegal players have suggested they will not relinquish their winners' medals.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Hedda, like Hamlet, doesn’t relinquish her mystery, which is why we keep returning to her tragedy.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

And on that day, Bobby Fischer became the first-ever champion to willingly relinquish the title and along with it the chance to compete for the winner’s share of a $5 million purse...five million dollars!

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady