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    Retirándose (en. Retreating)

    /re.tiˈɾan.do.se/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To move away from a place or situation.
    He is retiring from the party without anyone noticing.
    Se está retirando de la fiesta sin que nadie lo note.
    To stop participating in something.
    After the discussion, he decided to withdraw from the conversation.
    Después de la discusión, decidió retirarse de la conversación.
    To move backwards or pull away.
    The player is leaving the field due to an injury.
    El jugador se está retirando del campo por una lesión.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'retirar', which comes from the Latin 'retirare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    retire in time
    To distance oneself before the situation worsens.
    retirarse a tiempo
    retire with dignity
    To withdraw from a situation respectfully.
    retirarse con dignidad
    there is no withdrawal
    There is no option to distance oneself from a situation.
    no hay retirada

    Related Words

    withdrawal
    The act of withdrawing.
    retirada
    retirer
    A person who withdraws.
    retirador
    recluse
    The state of being withdrawn or set apart.
    reclusión

    Slang Meanings

    To retire discreetly.
    He retired 'through the back door' to avoid making a scene.
    Se retiró 'por la puerta de atrás' para no hacer escándalo.
    To exit a difficult situation.
    He decided to 'plant the flag' and withdraw from the fight.
    Decidió 'plantar la bandera' y retirarse de la pelea.