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step down

[step-doun] / ˈstɛpˌdaʊn /


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The chain on Monday announced that Masino would step down as CEO on Aug. 10, following a logo change last year that angered conservatives and loyal customers.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

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

The airline also said that Chief Operating Officer David Morgan would step down to be succeeded by current Chief Commercial Officer Sophie Dekkers.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 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

Maxie stood on the third step down, arms crossed.

From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon




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