resign
verb (used without object)
to give up an office or position, often formally (often followed byfrom ).
resigns
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present tense formof resign (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke welcomed Wangchuk's decision to end his hunger strike but said the movement would press ahead with its campaign until the education minister resigns.
From Barron's ● Jul. 24, 2026
If the sitting governor dies, resigns or is removed from office, the lieutenant governor would assume the role.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 10, 2026
By the time someone resigns, the real conversation is already six months overdue.
From MarketWatch ● May 27, 2026
A leadership election can only be triggered if the leader resigns, or if Labour MPs launch a challenge when there is no vacancy.
From BBC ● May 12, 2026
She decides one last case before she resigns as a judge for the People’s Court.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García
