abdicating

[US]/æbdɪˈkeɪtɪŋ/
[UK]/ab-dih-ˈkeɪ-ting/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.giving up power or position, especially a throne voluntarily; renouncing a claim or right

Phrases & Collocations

abdicating responsibility

abdicating one's throne

abdicating power

abdicating duties

abdicating control

abdicating leadership

accused of abdicating

refusing to abdicate

forced to abdicate

Example Sentences

he was accused of abdicating his responsibilities.

the king chose to abdicate the throne for a simpler life.

abdicating power can be a difficult decision.

she felt it was wrong to abdicate her duty to her family.

his decision to abdicate surprised many people.

abdicating leadership can have unintended consequences.

the king abdicated in favor of his son.

he was accused of abdicating his post during a crisis.

abdicating responsibility can damage your reputation.

she felt it was her duty to never abdicate from her beliefs.

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