CEFR B2

resigning

verb

Meaning

To voluntarily leave a job or office, especially by sending a written notice.

Examples

He decided to resign from his position as CEO.
She will resign at the end of the month.

Synonyms: quit, leave, step down, abdicate

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resigning (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈzaɪn/

Definition

To voluntarily leave a job or office, especially by sending a written notice.

Examples

He decided to resign from his position as CEO.
She will resign at the end of the month.
Many employees threatened to resign if their demands were not met.

How to Use resigning

resign from (prepositional phrase): To leave a position or job. — "He resigned from his position at the company."
resign oneself to (prepositional phrase): To accept something unpleasant that you cannot change. — "She resigned herself to the long wait at the airport."

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