Meanings
From the direction in theatrical scripts: "Exit stage left", marking the disappearance of a character from the stage in the normal manner.
How to pronounce "exit stage left":
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An orderly and uneventful departure, timed so as not to detract or distract.
To exit or disappear in a quiet, non-dramatic fashion, making way for more interesting events.
Leave the scene, and don't make a fuss.
Example Sentences
1
When the audience started booing, the comedian made a hasty exit stage left.
2
The politician's scandal was exposed, and he left the press conference exit stage left.
3
In the face of criticism, the actor decided to exit stage left rather than defend himself.
4
As soon as the fight broke out, the bouncer entered the scene and escorted the aggressor exit stage left.
