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What does step aside mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word step aside? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (intransitive, idiomatic) to move out of one's way
  2. (intransitive, idiomatic) to make room for others as replacements by withdrawing from a position or service
  3. (intransitive, idiomatic) to deviate from the right or proper path
  4. (intransitive, idiomatic) to walk to a little distance; retire for the occasion
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But there is pressure for him to step aside now to clear the air of animosity that hangs over the agency.
When he bought the business his father did not step aside gracefully.
They will not suddenly enfranchise women, hold elections and step aside from power.
His sarcastic voice sounds vaguely familiar to Rena, and she wishes Jem would step aside so she can get a better look.
So, Tony, if you are incapable of political acts of kindness please step aside.
They were accused of poor book-keeping and accounting errors and were asked to step aside by the council.

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