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Departing BOK Gov. Rhee Chang-yong is likely to maintain a cautious stance rather than offer clear guidance at his final rate-setting meeting on April 10, said Morgan Stanley economist Kathleen Oh.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Departing senators are typically invited to get up and give goodbye speeches, and Miller’s was, by all accounts, memorable.

From Slate • Dec. 18, 2025

Departing legislators have cited reasons such as age and party strategy.

From Barron's • Nov. 3, 2025

Departing presidents, vice presidents, first ladies and failed presidential candidates have pursued a wide variety of paths in the past.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 31, 2025

Departing, he visited a movie theater, where, uncharacteristically, he chatted with an usher and a candy vendor.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote