Bow out
Bow out verb - Remove oneself from an obligation.
Usage example: He bowed out when he heard how much work was involved
Pull out
Pull out verb - To move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable).
Usage example: the aid workers have been advised to pull out of those regions to which the conflict has spread
Mutual synonyms
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