Fill in the gap(s) with the most appropriate option from the list following the gap(s).
One of the three candidates contesting the union election was obliged to ...... in favour of his friends?
A
step down
B
stand down
C
step out
D
stand out
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Stand down means to leave a job or position so that someone else can take it. e.g. The minister announced her intention to STAND DOWN at the next election.
Step down, on the other hand, means to leave a job or position so that someone can take over. E.g.The CEO STEPPED DOWN after the share price dropped.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10729)