Bow out

usgb
verb

To stop participating in something or quit.

After series of dfeat, he decided to bow out of the championship.
Visual representation of "bow out" - To stop participating in something or quit

Often appears as...

  • bow out of the competition
  • bow out gracefully
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Visual representation of "bow out"
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Gracious Exit

Use 'bow out' when someone leaves respectfully, with dignity, especially after failure or defeat.

Illustration for Gracious Exit
Despite losing, the athlete decided to bow out with his head held high.
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Voluntary Departure

'Bow out' often suggests a personal choice to leave, not being forced out.

Illustration for Voluntary Departure
She wasn't fired; she chose to bow out from her director position.
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Final Action

Use 'bow out' to indicate the last move of someone or a formal end to their involvement.

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After the final episode aired, the actor bowed out from the show.
Visual representation of the word "Bow out"

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