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retire

[ri-tahyuhr] / rɪˈtaɪər /


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Both fighters have had extra concussion tests with Rousey acknowledging she was forced to retire from the UFC in 2016 because of repeated concussions.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

In a separate statement, Burberry said that Gerry Murphy, who joined the board in 2018, will retire as chair in November.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Burberry said Thursday that its chairman, Gerry Murphy, will retire in November and be succeeded by William Jackson, founder of the private equity firm Bridgepoint Group.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Now, workers who leave the state to work or retire elsewhere can choose to continue participating in the program and claim benefits nationwide — and potentially internationally.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

“The nurse in Romeo. Lady Bracknell. Character parts. They can’t retire you from the stage.”

From "Coraline" by Neil Gaiman




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