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retired

[ri-tahyuhrd] / rɪˈtaɪərd /
ADJECTIVE
having withdrawn from active life
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“Once it’s legitimately registered, it gets the protection of the flag” under international law, said retired Rear Adm.

From The Wall Street Journal

Abel assumed the post on Jan. 1, succeeding Buffett, who retired at the age of 95 at the end of last year.

From The Wall Street Journal

As well as Harriet, 52, from London not revealing that she is a barrister, Amanda, 57, from Brighton, has chosen to hide being a retired police detective.

From BBC

United have lurched from one crisis to another since the legendary Ferguson retired after winning their most recent English title in 2013.

From Barron's

When Rosenior Jr retired from playing he followed his father's footsteps.

From BBC