Meaning of the word "take a leave of absence" in English
What does "take a leave of absence" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
take a leave of absence
US /teɪk ə liːv əv ˈæbsəns/
UK /teɪk ə liːv əv ˈæbsəns/
Phrase
to be allowed to be away from work or school for a period of time
Example:
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She had to take a leave of absence to care for her sick mother.
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Many companies offer employees the option to take a leave of absence for personal reasons.