All 4 Uses of
resignation
in
Harry Potter (#4) and the Goblet of Fire
- Harry's favorite by far had been Professor Lupin, who had resigned last year.†
Chpt 12 (definition 1)
- Harry knew, by the fact that Fleur showed no sign of surprise, but rather a determined resignation, that he had been right:
Chpt 20 (definition 1) *resignation = acceptance of something undesired as unavoidable
- "I refuse to accept your resignation, Hagrid, and I expect you back at work on Monday," he said.
Chpt 24 (definition 2) *resignation = document expressing that one is quitting a job
- Harry hissed as Professor Flitwick went whizzing resignedly past them, landing on top of a large cabinet.†
Chpt 26 (definition 1)
Definitions:
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(1) (resignation as in: accepted it with resignation) acceptance of something undesired as unavoidable or the lesser of evils
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(2) (resignation as in: submitted her resignation) to quit -- especially a job or position; or a document expressing such an act