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  • adjective: withdrawn from one's position or occupation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

  • (..) Me, bored with you? I'm sorry, darling. It's just that I never realized... how tedious life could be... for a retired jewel thief. Yuck. Clever little beast. Better than the hotel safe. Now tell me, (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther
  • (..) Oh. You think I had something to do with the robbery? Didn't you? You little beast. Three - No. Four years ago I swore to you that I was retired. I've been faithful to you ever since. In your fashion. What the hell does that mean? That you're being teased. (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther