retired

Definition

  • adjective: not working anymore
  • adjective: withdrawn from one's position or occupation
  • synonyms: secluded, private, quiet

Examples

  • She was 'retired' on a fly ball to center field.

  • The pitcher 'retired' seven batters in a row.

  • The general 'was retired' with honors.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I felt safe. It was a place of great routine. Every morning at no matter the weather, General Winslow, US army retired, raised the flag. Mrs Sybil Wagner, once an opera singer of some note, well, she sang Wagner. Alright, c'mon. We gotta put some life into (..)
    2008 The Curious Case of Benjamin Button