retire

US /rɪˈtaɪr/

UK /rɪˈtaɪr/

1.

to stop working because of age or ill health

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My father plans to retire next year.

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She decided to retire early due to health issues.

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step down bow out hang up one's boots

2.

to withdraw from a place or situation

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The general ordered his troops to retire from the battlefield.

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After a long day, he decided to retire to his room.

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withdraw retreat recede pull back

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retired retirement retirement plan