What is another word for efface yourself?
Pronunciation: [ɪfˈe͡ɪs jɔːsˈɛlf] (IPA) 
Efface yourself means to make oneself invisible, withdraw, or to retreat into obscurity. There are various synonyms for this phrase like disappearing, fading away, vanishing, becoming inconspicuous, shrinking into the background, or becoming invisible. Other synonyms include retreating, withdrawing, ducking, stepping back, pulling back, moving away from the limelight, or receding into the shadows. The phrase may also mean avoiding attention or deliberately staying away from situations that could draw attention or conflict. Synonyms for this aspect include refraining, abstaining, avoiding, hiding, shunning, or staying aloof. Effacing oneself may be a career strategy or a personal preference to avoid any spotlight or limelight.
