stepping down

Example Sentences

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In late March a Reform spokesman said Edwards had informed the party he was stepping down as a candidate for the Pen-y-bont Bro Morgannwg seat, "citing issues with his mental health".

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Adobe Chief Executive Shantanu Narayen, who joined the Photoshop-maker in 1998, announced in March he would be stepping down once a new CEO is appointed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Now, he is widely reported to be stepping down at the end of the season, closing one of the most dominant, most influential runs by any coach in any sport in the world.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

It was a fitting conversation for two strongmen, who have described each other as best friends, and who, after a combined 39 years in power, show no signs of stepping down.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

And I also remembered a cold, mean time when I was stepping down this same street, and it had been impossible for me to smile about anything....

From "The Stars Beneath Our Feet" by David Barclay Moore