as in departure
the act of leaving a place
his departing was accompanied by tears and heartfelt good wishes
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as in leaving
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as in exiting
to leave a place often for another
I'll sing one more song before I depart
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as in dying
to stop living
a special tribute for those members of the motion picture academy who have departed over the past year
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Recent Examples of departing
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
On that same weekend, news filtered out about many senior staffers departing, voluntarily or otherwise, from City Hall.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Other Neiman’s executives departing the business are Eric Severson, chief people, ESG and belonging officer; Ann Marie Janke, chief technology and information officer; Tiffin Jernstedt, chief communications officer, and Tom Mattei, chief legal officer, corporate secretary, chief compliance officer.
—David Moin, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
According to Expedia, departing on the Thursday before Presidents Day instead of the Saturday can save travelers up to 20% on a roundtrip flight from Atlanta to Austin.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Dec. 2024
While short-term speculators are departing, seasoned collectors and industry experts suggest this reset is creating opportunities.
—Mark Littler, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Before departing, check road conditions by viewing local traffic cameras.
—Craig Shoup, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
By demonstrating a commitment to helping affected employees transition to new opportunities, companies can soften the blow of job loss and maintain a positive reputation among both departing and remaining staff.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Lang replaces departing Frank Scott, who was at the school for only one season.
—Chris Hays, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
Verb
At Bradley International Airport, 93,000 people have booked departing flights between last Wednesday and the day after Christmas, according to Brian Spyros, spokesman for the Connecticut Airport Authority.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
On that same weekend, news filtered out about many senior staffers departing, voluntarily or otherwise, from City Hall.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Other Neiman’s executives departing the business are Eric Severson, chief people, ESG and belonging officer; Ann Marie Janke, chief technology and information officer; Tiffin Jernstedt, chief communications officer, and Tom Mattei, chief legal officer, corporate secretary, chief compliance officer.
—David Moin, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
According to Expedia, departing on the Thursday before Presidents Day instead of the Saturday can save travelers up to 20% on a roundtrip flight from Atlanta to Austin.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Dec. 2024
While short-term speculators are departing, seasoned collectors and industry experts suggest this reset is creating opportunities.
—Mark Littler, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Before departing, check road conditions by viewing local traffic cameras.
—Craig Shoup, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
By demonstrating a commitment to helping affected employees transition to new opportunities, companies can soften the blow of job loss and maintain a positive reputation among both departing and remaining staff.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Lang replaces departing Frank Scott, who was at the school for only one season.
—Chris Hays, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for departing
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The Today show co-anchors began their second week working together after Melvin, 45, took over following Hoda Kotb’s departure earlier this month.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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At the stroke of pen, both presidents’ acts of clemency marked a stark departure from the status quo, stretching the already vast limits of the pardon power and raising alarm among critics and allies alike.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The last time the Southland saw similarly dry conditions was in early 2023, as the state was exiting a punishing, years-long drought thanks to an exceptional kickoff to the wet season.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Jan. 2025
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Adani Enterprises, Gautam Adani’s flagship company, is exiting from the joint venture with Wilmar to focus on its core infrastructure businesses and use the proceeds from the deal to expand its renewable energy, transport and logistics ventures.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Estate Taxes The federal estate tax exclusion for decedents dying in 2025 will increase to $13,990,000 per person, or $27,980,000 per married couple.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Two people were stabbed at a transit station in Queens, with one of them dying, and a woman was set on fire and died on a subway car in Brooklyn.—
Jack Birle,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
23 Dec. 2024
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The Governor of Smolensk Region claims that all drones were successfully shot down, and the fire was caused by falling debris.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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Clearly, this only constitutes a small blip as things stand and hardly a sign everything is falling apart.—
Simon Johnson,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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Still, the Cardinals will continue to monitor interest levels on both Fedde and Steven Matz, two pitchers on expiring deals.—
Will Sammon,
The Athletic,
30 Dec. 2024
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Similarly, the copyright is expiring only on the version of Popeye introduced in 1929.—
Ellen Wexler,
Smithsonian Magazine,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Departing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/departing. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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