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to step aside; to withdraw; to retire from a position or relationship
To voluntarily remove oneself from a role, position, or relationship, typically out of a sense of propriety, self-sacrifice, or awareness that one's presence is no longer appropriate.
An expression meaning to voluntarily remove oneself from a situation. Carries a sense of grace, self-sacrifice, or mature judgment. Can apply to professional roles (retiring, resigning) or personal relationships (stepping back so others can be happy).
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Often implies that staying would cause problems or that leaving is the honorable choice. In romantic contexts, it suggests giving up on a relationship for the other person's benefit. In professional contexts, it means retiring or resigning to let others take over.
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辞退する (to decline, to withdraw)