step aside

verb

stepped aside; stepping aside; steps aside

: to withdraw from one's position or occupation : step down

Examples of step aside in a Sentence

a newscaster who knew when it was time to step aside from the anchor desk and let a younger person take over the prime minister was compelled to step aside from his office when it was demonstrated that he had violated the public trust

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Republicans blasted Democrats and Biden allies for covering up Biden’s declining mental facilities, while Democrats praised him for his years of service but begged him to step aside so the party could find someone to beat Trump. —

Rachel Schilke, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 24 Dec. 2024 In the debate's aftermath, many Democratic lawmakers urged the president to step aside. —

Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024 Some are blaming President Biden for not stepping aside sooner. —

Donica Phifer, Axios, 8 Dec. 2024 Nadler, 77, was under pressure to step aside for Raskin, who is 16 years younger, after holding the perch for four terms. —

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