also: しんだい
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
advancing and retreating; moving forward or backward
Literal physical movement in two opposite directions; often used in military, sports, or mechanical contexts.
敵軍の進退を封じる作戦を立てた。
They devised a strategy to block the enemy's advance and retreat.
ロボットの進退はリモコンで操作できる
The robot's forward and backward movement can be controlled by remote.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
course of action; conduct; attitude
Abstract use referring to one's behavior, decisions, or stance in a situation; common in formal or evaluative contexts.
彼の今後の進退が注目されている。
His future course of action is being watched closely.
責任ある進退が求められる。
Responsible conduct is required.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
staying or leaving; remaining in office or resigning
Specifically about whether someone stays in a position or steps down; often used with を決める, を迫られる, or を問われる.
社長は進退を明らかにしなかった。
The president did not clarify whether he would stay or resign.
不祥事の責任を取って進退を決める。
He will decide whether to stay or leave, taking responsibility for the scandal.