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resignation

[rez-ig-ney-shuhn] / ˌrɛz ɪgˈneɪ ʃən /




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Her resignation shifts attention to Republican Cory Mills, who remains under investigation over allegations including sexual misconduct, campaign finance violations and misuse of his office, all of which he denies.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces resignation calls over the circumstances of Peter Mandelson's appointment as U.S. ambassador.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Nelson, who called for Fairfax’s resignation in 2019, retracted her position in a 2022 op-ed in the Washington Post.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

For this week’s Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David discuss the joint resignation of Reps.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

“I’ll have what she’s having,” Dill said, with happy resignation.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner




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