bow out
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Victory on the hallowed Dublin turf would write one final fairytale chapter - a chance to bow out as undisputed light-welterweight champion and put the seal on a career that has revolutionised women's sport.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
Cracker Barrel directors decided they needed to identify candidates if Masino decided to bow out, or was pressured into an exit, the people said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
Downtown LA Law Group, a law firm facing multiple state and local investigations, says they plan to bow out of a high-stakes environmental case against the county’s second-largest landfill within the next two months.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
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
As he followed her out, he said, “If you want, I could bow out now.”
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
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