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resign, cease to be, relinquish

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Example Sentences

Example:She resigned as the CEO of the company after the financial scandal.

Definition:To give up an appointed or elected position, to stop holding an office or position.

From resign

Example:The temporary worker ceased to be employed after the completion of the project.

Definition:To stop being something, to end or discontinue an activity or state.

From cease to be

Example:They relinquished their claim to the land after negotiations with the local community.

Definition:To give up a right, claim, or position, especially willingly.

From relinquish