Resigning
[ri'zainɪŋ]
Definition
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Resign
Checker: Rudolph
Examples
- I haven't got another, but you're welcome to this,' said Wegg, resigning it. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- I wish to mention, sir, that I am desirous of resigning the situation I now hold at Blackwater Park. Wilkie Collins. The Woman in White.
- Resigning himself to which condition with a perfectly satisfied manner, Phil begs the favour of another cup of coffee. Charles Dickens. Bleak House.
- He showed no love of patronage or the command of money, but distinctly preferred resigning both to Mr Boffin. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- Edison did not stay long in Indianapolis, however, resigning in February, 1865, and proceeding to Cincinnati. Frank Lewis Dyer. Edison, His Life and Inventions.
Checker: Rudolph