as in withdrawn
not comfortable around people
one retiring young girl was sitting alone quietly in a corner during the party
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as in settling
to go to one's bed in order to sleep
I'm exhausted, so I think I'll retire for the evening
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as in sacking
to let go from office, service, or employment
as a part of its restructuring, the company has begun to retire its older employees
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as in withdrawing
to move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable)
the insurgents have retired to the outskirts of the city, but appear to be readying themselves for another offensive
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Recent Examples of retiring
Matt Hrodey, Discover Magazine, 4 Oct. 2023
Austen’s most retiring and internal heroine, spends much of the movie chatting to the camera, even giving sarcastic glances and eye rolls in the middle of the action.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 15 July 2022
So a more retiring co-parent certainly can be, say, the homework explainer and behind-the-scenes calendar keeper while the more outgoing parent takes meetings and makes phone calls – absolutely.
—Carolyn Hax, Detroit Free Press, 15 May 2018
In part, that's because Hemsley is probably the most retiring, publicity-adverse CEO heading an iconic company.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2017
Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Cameron played as a tight end for the Cleveland Browns and Miami Dolphins before retiring in 2017 due to concerns for his well-being after suffering from four concussions in six seasons.
—Erica Marrison, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
After retiring from active competition, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2016 for his contributions to the company.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Julia Fidel replaced the retiring Ingrid Gränz in November.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
Granger, 81, who is retiring at the end of this Congress after serving since 1997, was last seen on Capitol Hill in November during the unveiling of a portrait in her honor for the House Appropriations Committee.
—Jack Birle, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Dec. 2024
Shore cited a diminished love and motivation for competing as his reason for retiring.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
That dynamic has added political intrigue to the search for a new CEO with longtime leader Ralph Schulz retiring.
—Nate Rau, Axios, 18 Dec. 2024
Prosecutors allege Acevedo was paid a total of $142,500 by AT&T and ComEd after retiring from the Illinois House in 2017, even though he was not expected to do much of anything for the money.
—Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
After running more than 400 games, the researchers concluded that a fully passive style of scavenging – snatching some carrion when no one is looking – was too retiring and less than ideal.
—Matt Hrodey, Discover Magazine, 4 Oct. 2023
Austen’s most retiring and internal heroine, spends much of the movie chatting to the camera, even giving sarcastic glances and eye rolls in the middle of the action.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 15 July 2022
So a more retiring co-parent certainly can be, say, the homework explainer and behind-the-scenes calendar keeper while the more outgoing parent takes meetings and makes phone calls – absolutely.
—Carolyn Hax, Detroit Free Press, 15 May 2018
In part, that's because Hemsley is probably the most retiring, publicity-adverse CEO heading an iconic company.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2017
Verb
The film follows John in the 10 months leading up to his final touring show before retiring to spend time with his family and also tracks his rise in the early 1970s marked by monster hits and a spiral of sadness and loneliness.
—Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Cameron played as a tight end for the Cleveland Browns and Miami Dolphins before retiring in 2017 due to concerns for his well-being after suffering from four concussions in six seasons.
—Erica Marrison, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
After retiring from active competition, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2016 for his contributions to the company.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Julia Fidel replaced the retiring Ingrid Gränz in November.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
Granger, 81, who is retiring at the end of this Congress after serving since 1997, was last seen on Capitol Hill in November during the unveiling of a portrait in her honor for the House Appropriations Committee.
—Jack Birle, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Dec. 2024
Shore cited a diminished love and motivation for competing as his reason for retiring.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
That dynamic has added political intrigue to the search for a new CEO with longtime leader Ralph Schulz retiring.
—Nate Rau, Axios, 18 Dec. 2024
Prosecutors allege Acevedo was paid a total of $142,500 by AT&T and ComEd after retiring from the Illinois House in 2017, even though he was not expected to do much of anything for the money.
—Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 17 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for retiring
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Introverts may become talkative, or extroverts quiet and withdrawn.Dr. Talia Varley, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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But the film doesn’t glamorize Callas, and instead portrays her as sad and withdrawn.Olivia B. Waxman, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
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After taking in Yuletide cheer, consider settling at the historic Hotel Bethlehem, which offers a cozy holiday experience.Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Heard appealed, but the two ended up settling the case later that year.Denise Petski, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Oregon commit was a two-year standout in sacking quarterbacks, finishing this season with 10 1/2 sacks.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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The Oregon commit was a two-year standout in sacking quarterbacks, finishing this season with 10 1/2 sacks.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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Diddy is expected to return to court on March 17 and will spend the holiday season behind bars after withdrawing his appeal for bail.Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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But administration officials may have had broader reasons for officially withdrawing the draft regulations.Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Kassandra starts a little shy while meeting new coworkers, who wouldn’t be a little shy on their first day?Rob Gagnon, Hartford Courant, 23 Dec. 2024
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As a result, the Predators weren’t shy about confronting Crosby.Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Ignoring or dismissing a woman’s expertise.Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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Cuomo, a Democrat, has denied the allegations, dismissing the investigations as politically motivated attacks.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Three top concerns include elections and political turmoil that threaten progress, companies retreating or staying silent on DEI and ESG goals, and the rise of sustainability reporting that’s (temporarily) taking up companies’ time.Andrew Winston, Harvard Business Review, 20 Dec. 2024
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Deporting millions of immigrants and retreating from global trade by implementing slogans like America First will not achieve these goals.Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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The discovery of this titanic napping black hole is a breakthrough for this theory.Robert Lea, Space.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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The conflict reached a boiling point when the mother-in-law was caught feeding the baby a bottle with Froot Loops mixed in after the mom had been napping.Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Retiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retiring. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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