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retirement

/ɹəˈtaɪə(ɹ).mənt/

Meanings
noun
An act of retiring; withdrawal.

Examples :

"After 30 years of teaching, Mr. Smith's retirement was a significant event for the whole school. "
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Illustration seclusion

seclusion noun

/sɪˈkluʒən/ /siˈkluʒən/

The act of secluding, shutting out or keeping apart.

"The student sought seclusion in the library to concentrate on his studies. "

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reaching verb

/ˈɹiːtʃɪŋ/

To extend, stretch, or thrust out (for example a limb or object held in the hand).

"He reached for a weapon that was on the table."

Illustration pensionable

pensionable adjective

/ˈpɛnʃənəbl/ /ˈpɛnʃn̩əbl/

That qualifies to receive a pension

"My grandfather is pensionable now, so he will soon receive his retirement payment. "

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significant noun

/sɪɡˈnɪ.fɪ.kənt/

That which has significance; a sign; a token; a symbol.

"The teacher's smile was a significant of approval for my hard work. "

Illustration withdrawal

withdrawal noun

/wɪðˈdɹɔːəl/

Receiving from someone's care what one has earlier entrusted to them. Usually refers to money.

"After saving diligently for a month, Sarah requested the withdrawal of her savings from the bank. "

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employment noun

/ɛmˈplɔɪmənt/

The work or occupation for which one is used, and often paid

"My father's employment as a carpenter provides for our family. "

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

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peaceful adjective

/ˈpiːsfəl/

Not at war or disturbed by strife or turmoil.

"peaceful protest"

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teaching noun

/ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/

Something taught by a religious or philosophical authority.

"Many follow the teachings of Confucius."

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permanently adverb

/ˈpɜːmənəntli/ /ˈpɝmənəntli/

In a permanent manner; lastingly.

"The spilled coffee permanently stained the white carpet. "

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retiring verb

/ɹəˈtaɪ(ə)ɹɪŋ/

To stop working on a permanent basis, usually because of old age or illness.

"Having made a large fortune, he retired."

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occasion noun

/əˈkeɪʒən/

A favorable opportunity; a convenient or timely chance.

"At this point, she seized the occasion to make her own observation."