台阶 (tái jiē): Step (Noun) — Meaning & Stroke Order

He carefully walked down the steps of the library.

He cleverly gave the other party a way out, avoiding direct conflict.

The steps of this historic building are made of marble, appearing particularly solemn.

He slowly walked up the steps.

Why don't you take this opportunity to back down instead of insisting on who's right or wrong?

He didn't give me any way out at all, which made me feel very embarrassed.

His friend gave him a way out, resolving the awkward situation.

Even though the other party had already offered a way out, he still stubbornly stuck to his own views and was unwilling to compromise.