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stand aside

 

1. Lit. to step aside; to get out of the way. Please stand aside while the bridal party passes by. The guests stood aside while the bride and groom left.

2. Fig. to withdraw and ignore something; to remain passive while something happens. He just stood aside and let his kids behave as they pleased. she stood aside and did not try to come between them.

See also: aside, stand