stepping down

Example Sentences

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Lucasfilm is going through a period of transition, with president Kathleen Kennedy stepping down in January after 14 years at the helm of the studio.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Rousseau is stepping down from his post at the end of the third quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

I was thinking that it’s different and a step up — not different and we’re stepping down.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

This week: Tim Cook announced he was stepping down as Apple’s CEO after 15 years.

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

He opened the screen door, stepping down the stairs.

From "Ninth Ward" by Jewell Parker Rhodes