Ease out

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verb

To gently remove or reduce something, or to gradually stop being involved in something.

The company plans to ease out of the market over the next five years.
Visual representation of "ease out" - to gently remove or reduce something, or to gradually stop being involved in something

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  • ease out of
  • ease someone out
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Gradual Change

Use 'ease out' to describe a slow, smooth transition rather than an abrupt one.

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He plans to ease out of his current job by training his replacement first.
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Lessening Involvement

Implies reducing involvement over time so there's minimal disruption.

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She eased out of the project as her expertise became less relevant.
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Tactful Exit

Suggests leaving a role or situation without conflict or attention.

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After the merger, the CEO eased out of the company quietly.
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