had abdicated
- past perfect of abdicate.
Example Sentences
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As she saw it, teenagers were roaming the streets because their parents had abdicated their responsibilities.
From New York Times ● Jan. 1, 2023
He also returned to the island after he had abdicated in 2014 to attend the funeral of Fidel Castro.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 11, 2019
"The problem was... he couldn't believe the Kaiser had abdicated, and got in touch with the British High Commissioner asking for confirmation," says Prof Evans.
From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2018
If you’re unaware that Rose had abdicated the throne, or that the No. 1 ranking has switched hands five times in the past two months, you’re not alone.
From Golf Digest ● Nov. 6, 2018
George was so delighted with his position, that Willie, who had abdicated his seat voluntarily, now began to cry with envy.
From Father Brighthopes An Old Clergyman's Vacation by Trowbridge, J. T. (John Townsend)
