Cede
Cede verb - To give up (as a position of authority) formally.
Usage example: the President officially cedes his position on the January 20th immediately following the presidential election
Nearby Word: ceding
Vacate
Vacate verb - To put an end to by formal action.
Mutual synonyms
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