step down (Meaning)
step down (v)
give up or retire from a position
reduce the level or intensity or size or scope of
step down (n)
the act of decreasing or reducing something
step down (a.)
Transforming or converting a current of high potential or pressure into one of low pressure; as, a step-down transformer.
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step down Sentence Examples
- The CEO announced his decision to step down after a successful tenure.
- To facilitate a smooth transition, the president stepped down and appointed an interim successor.
- Faced with dwindling support, the mayor stepped down from office.
- The vice president stepped down to focus on personal matters.
- The general stepped down from his command due to health concerns.
- After winning the lottery, the CEO stepped down to pursue philanthropic interests.
- The board of directors requested that the chairman step down after a controversial decision.
- The ambassador stepped down amidst allegations of misconduct.
- The coach stepped down after a disappointing season.
- The spokesperson stepped down to avoid further backlash from the public.
FAQs About the word step down
give up or retire from a position, reduce the level or intensity or size or scope of, the act of decreasing or reducing somethingTransforming or converting a cu
decline, decrease, drop, dent,reduction, shrinkage, slump, decrement, diminishment, falloff
raise, addition, rise, enlargement,increase, boost, increase, gain, addition, boost
The CEO announced his decision to step down after a successful tenure.
To facilitate a smooth transition, the president stepped down and appointed an interim successor.
Faced with dwindling support, the mayor stepped down from office.
The vice president stepped down to focus on personal matters.
