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stepping down

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Noun1.stepping downstepping down - a formal resignation and renunciation of powers
abdication
resignation - the act of giving up (a claim or office or possession etc.)
2.stepping downstepping down - the act of abdicating                
abdication
resignation - a formal document giving notice of your intention to resign; "he submitted his resignation as of next month"


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"I ought to remember Leonard as my lover," said Helen, stepping down into the field.
Howards End by Forster, E. M. View in context
And as for Fanny's just stepping down to my house for me-- it is not much above a quarter of a mile--I cannot think I was unreasonable to ask it.
Mansfield Park by Austen, Jane View in context
Daylight, dis tam you mek one beeg meestake," French Louis said, straightening up and stepping down from the chairs.
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