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bowed out

VERB

back out

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bail out drop out pull out quit retire withdraw

WEAK

exit leave make one's exit walk away from

Antonyms

STRONGEST

begin continue join persevere remain stay

WEAK

opt in

Example Sentences

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bowed out

Once audio technology caught up with moving pictures, many of his peers embraced the “talkies” or bowed out.

From Salon ● Aug. 22, 2026

The combined company -- which came about after Netflix bowed out of the battle to buy Warner Brothers -- would control a sprawling roster of assets, including CNN, Warner Bros.

From Barron's ● Jul. 20, 2026

But the day belonged to Wales great North who bowed out in style in his final game before retirement with two Barbarians tries.

From BBC ● Jun. 27, 2026

Day, frontman of the Prince-affiliated funk/soul group Time, also bowed out.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026

Ginny sat on the edge of the bed with her legs bowed out and her toes pointed downward.

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar