Example Sentences

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Doing so means permanently relinquishing control of those funds.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

But the American showed remarkable calm and control on a masterful front nine, featuring four birdies, to move into a lead he never looked like relinquishing.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

The first of her nine Olympic gold medals came in the event at the 2012 London Games, and the 28-year-old shows no sign of relinquishing her grip as the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics beckon.

From Barron's • Jan. 18, 2026

But Maximilian’s older sibling, Franz Joseph I, the Austrian emperor, balked at relinquishing the headdress.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2025

"I didn't know this was a pajama party," Turtle said, relinquishing her chair and stomping to the far end of the table.

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin