sacking
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of sacking
Example Sentences
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Now he farms just half on his own after sacking the workers he once relied on, and has quit growing wheat, a fertiliser-intensive crop.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
Graeme: "Can't keep sacking managers and spending millions on players. Should give coach and players more time to develop together. Can then dominate again like 40 years ago."
From BBC • May 11, 2026
The Clearlake co‑founder also said sacking Thomas Tuchel in 2022 "didn't work out", adding signing leaders and players with Premier League experience would be key to taking the club to the next level.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
However the former Blues midfielder has been linked with a third stint in charge at Stamford Bridge following the sacking of Liam Rosenior on Wednesday evening.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
He replaced the sacking curtain and left the storeroom.
From "The Egypt Game" by Zilpha Keatley Snyder
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