stand aside
US /stænd əˈsaɪd/
UK /stænd əˈsaɪd/
1.
to move to one side to allow someone or something to pass
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Please stand aside so the ambulance can get through.
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He asked the crowd to stand aside.
2.
to withdraw from a position of responsibility or power
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The CEO decided to stand aside after years of service.
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She was asked to stand aside from the investigation due to a conflict of interest.