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departure

/dɪˈpɑː(ɹ)tjə(ɹ)/noun

The act of leaving, or a person or thing that has left.

Example sentences

  • “Check the board for your flight's departure time.”
  • “Her sudden departure from the company surprised everyone in the office.”

Watch the figurative use: 'a departure from tradition' means a break with it, nothing to do with travel.

Synonyms for departure

  • leaving
  • exit

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