bow out

Example Sentences

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While Powell is set to bow out in charge of the Fed, he has said he would stay on as a governor.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Some lawmakers, seeming to recognize the risks of letting the vagaries of aging and health determine the country’s political fate, have opted to bow out.

From Slate • Apr. 24, 2026

Wiener is also up against Connie Chan, a county supervisor and former Kamala Harris aide—the only major candidate who waited for Pelosi to bow out before opting in.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

In one instance, the online harassment threats got so bad that Singh was forced to bow out of a speaking appearance at the Asian American Journalism Assn.’s annual conference, Rose said.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2025

Now to bring the tough bow out and bring the iron blades.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer