Cool MateRecuse vs Step down
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Recuse
FormalBeyond 10,000 (less common)
Step down
| Recuse | Step down | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 //rɪˈkjuːz//🇺🇸 //rɪˈkjuːz// | |
| Meaning | To withdraw from a case or decision due to a conflict of interest. | |
| Example | The judge decided to recuse herself from the trial due to personal connections. | - |
| Register | Formal | - |
| How common | Beyond 10,000 (less common) | - |
| Collocations | recuse oneself, recuse a judge, recuse from a case, recuse an attorney, recuse from a decision | - |
| Common mistakes | Confused with 'excuse', thinking they have similar meanings., Used incorrectly in casual settings where a formal context is required. | - |
| Usage notes | Used mainly in legal and formal contexts. Not appropriate in casual conversation. | - |
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Frequently asked questions: Recuse vs Step down
What's the difference between Recuse and Step down?
Recuse: To withdraw from a case or decision due to a conflict of interest. Step down:
Can I use Recuse and Step down interchangeably?
Not always. Recuse and Step down are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.