- to withdraw
The troops pulled out of the conflict.
pull out, pulled out, pulled out
abstractSubstantiv, Verb, Adjektiv/ˈæbˌstɹækt/Anhören to withdraw oneselfHer new film is an abstract piece, combining elements of magic realism, flashbacks, and animation but with very little in terms of plot construction.
retreatSubstantiv, Verb/ɹɪˈtɹiːt/US to withdraw military forcesWe both need a week retreat after those two stressful years working in the city.
retireVerb, SubstantivrɪˈtaɪəAnhören to stop working on permanent basisHaving made a large fortune, he retired.
retire, retired, retired
- to retire
We have been at this for hours; let’s call it a day and come back tomorrow when we are fresh.
call it a day, called it a day, called it a day
- move back, move away
to recede conquered territory
recede, receded, receded
- to resign or retire from a position
step down, stepped down, stepped down