retire
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Sense 1
- verb
- A2
to stop working for good, usually after reaching the age when people no longer have to work
He plans to retire next year and finally learn Italian.
She retired from nursing after thirty-two years in one hospital.
Most teachers in our country retire at sixty-five.
My neighbour retired early and now volunteers at the library.
Common collocations: retire early · retire from work · retire at sixty-five · plan to retire · retire as director
Part of: Life events, Jobs, Bank and money
Sense 2 · less common
- verb
- B2
to stop taking part in a race or game before it ends, often because you are hurt
The runner had to retire after twelve kilometres with knee pain.
Two cars retired from the race before the halfway point.
She retired injured in the second set and left the court.
Common collocations: retire injured · retire from the race · be forced to retire · retire hurt
Part of: Sport, Exercise and fitness