Definition
To choose not to be actively involved in a situation or activity; to remain an observer.
置身事外
During the political debate, he chose to stay on the sidelines, not expressing support for either side.
在政治辩论期间，他选择置身事外，不表达对任何一方的支持。
Faced with the argument between colleagues, she decided to stay on the sidelines and not get involved.
面对同事之间的争论，她决定置身事外，不参与其中。
He always stays on the sidelines, watching others take risks while doing nothing himself.
他总是置身事外，看着别人冒险而自己什么也不做。