B2 — Upper Intermediate⏳ Time & Life
Cedere il passo
To give way
Literal Translation
"To yield the step"
What it means
Used when an older generation steps aside to let a younger one take over or move forward.
Example in context
"I dirigenti anziani hanno ceduto il passo ai giovani talenti."
"The senior managers gave way to the young talents."
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