Meaning

To resign from a high position or office.

Example Sentence

"The CEO decided to step down due to health reasons."

Synonyms

resign retire quit abdicate

Usage Note

This phrasal verb is inseparable. The object must always come after the particle (e.g., "look after him" not "look him after").

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