座ざを外はずす

expression, godan verb (-su)

leave one's seat; withdraw from someone's presence; leave the room

Polite expression used when temporarily excusing oneself from a gathering or meeting. Often used in formal or business settings.

• 会かい議ぎ中ちゅうに座ざを外はずして電でん話わに出でた。

  I left my seat during the meeting to take a phone call.

• 少すこし座ざを外はずしますので、どうぞごゆっくり。

  I'll excuse myself for a moment; please make yourselves comfortable.