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step down

[step-doun] / ˈstɛpˌdaʊn /


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Desai, CTG’s artistic director, said he views Eustis’ decision to step down as a “pass the mantle moment.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

He did not step down from his current post to campaign for secretary-general, saying it would be a "dereliction of duty."

From Barron's Jul. 23, 2026

You stand at the summit, afraid to take a single step down, guarding a bank balance you can’t make yourself touch.

From MarketWatch Jul. 16, 2026

It is widely expected Sir Keir Starmer will step down as prime minister the day after, to be replaced by Andy Burnham.

From BBC Jul. 9, 2026

“Look, I’ll stand in front of you as you take each step down the stairs. If you trip, I’ll catch you. Let me be your pillow.”

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar




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