English Expression · Intermediate
step down
To resign or retire from an office or position of authority
Pronunciation: say step down
Meaning
To resign or retire from an office or position of authority.
Example
The CEO decided to step down after years of service.
The CEO decided to step down after years of service.
Practice tips
- Practice step down out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.