Injuries to her back and shoulder effectively retired Austin at age 21.

McVeigh effectively retired from international football in order to concentrate on reviving his club career.

But after making two starts in 1991, he was forced to effectively retire from baseball.

Darnborough had seemed set to became a major star, but she effectively retired from dancing after her marriage.

However he did not contest the election, effectively retiring from politics.

Tuvuki effectively retired at the general election held on 6-13 May 2006.

He effectively retired from performing around 1955, although his final recordings were in 1960.

He effectively retired from first-class cricket at the end of that season but did make one further appearance in 1923.

Hagen effectively retired from the industry with the collapse of his Studios.

At the end of the season, Rudd announced he would "take a break" from racing, although not effectively retire.