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leaving

American  
[lee-ving] / ˈli vɪŋ /

noun

  1. something that is left; residue.

  2. leavings, leftovers or remains; refuse.

Etymology

Origin of leaving

First recorded in 1300–50, leaving is from the Middle English word leving. See leave 1, -ing 1

Example Sentences

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Even though leaving the career she built felt uncomfortable, staying put didn’t feel much better.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

And so, in his second term, he has turned his attention to leaving his mark on the nation’s capital.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

Tshisekedi on Wednesday insisted that his priority was to restore peace through diplomacy before leaving office, but blamed Rwanda for obstructing progress.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

But it’s the one that reflects the world we’re actually in — not the one we’re leaving behind.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

Cominginlate and leaving early most days, she had always missed the morning and afternoon prayer rings.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott

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