sacked

Example Sentences

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The ploy failed as Rodgers was sacked in early October - and replaced by Jurgen Klopp.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

He has been sacked - or effectively pushed out - in five of his last six jobs.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

His spell at Norwich ended after just 17 games in November and he replaced the sacked Lee Grant as Huddersfield boss in January.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

He said that when Lord Mandelson was sacked, Downing Street had conducted research into the appointment and he had been asked to "share messages and emails about the appointment".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

I suppose von Linden would be sacked if his success rate were that dismal.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein