step back
phrasal verb
stepped back; stepping back; steps back
: to stop doing something or being actively involved in something for a time so in order to think about it and make decisions in a calm and reasonable way
You need to step back and give yourself some time to work through this.
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The Irish superstar has yet to step back into the octagon with the UFC and has not laced up his boxing gloves.
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Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
In light of the pending new orthopedic surgery, McGraw is stepping back from the role, which allows the project to move forward, with the part recast.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 24 Jan. 2025
Andrew stepped back from royal duties in 2019 after his Newsnight interview.
—Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 24 Jan. 2025
Many founders have a hard time stepping back or letting people do their jobs.
—Chris Kille, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
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Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
In light of the pending new orthopedic surgery, McGraw is stepping back from the role, which allows the project to move forward, with the part recast.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 24 Jan. 2025
Andrew stepped back from royal duties in 2019 after his Newsnight interview.
—Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 24 Jan. 2025
Many founders have a hard time stepping back or letting people do their jobs.
—Chris Kille, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
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“Step back.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step%20back. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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