Example Sentences

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Owned by employees, the pair have relinquished their preinvasion roles as Moscow’s go-to oil merchants, making re-entry into Venezuela particularly attractive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026

By striving for realism, Garland and Mendoza have relinquished any semblance of cinematic storytelling, leaving the viewer at arm's distance from what’s happening onscreen.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2025

No team has dropped more points from winning positions in the Premier League this season than Tottenham, who have relinquished 16.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2023

“In recognition of this, I have relinquished my licence and will now focus on my rehabilitation.”

From Seattle Times • Dec. 16, 2021

"I may have relinquished weapons, demon, but do not be foolish enough to think I've given up an ounce of my power."

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda