The phrase 'withdraw the charge' refers to the act of canceling or dropping a legal charge against someone. There are various other phrases that can be used as synonyms for this term. One of the most common ways to describe this action is to 'drop the charges.' A prosecutor may also choose to 'dismiss the case' or 'abandon prosecution' altogether. Another phrase to describe this situation is to 'quash the indictment.' Additionally, a prosecutor may 'nolle prosequi' the charges, which means to stop prosecution. Finally, the accused may request for the charges to be 'withdrawn with prejudice,' which means that the charges cannot be reinstated.