Answer: easedout

AnswerCrossword Clue
EASEDOUTDischarged with maximum tact
EASEDOUTLet go tactfully
EASEDOUTFired tactfully
EASEDOUTLet go subtly
EASEDOUTRemoved with finesse
EASEDOUTFired, in a way.
EASEDOUTProdded into retiring
EASEDOUTPolitely got rid of
EASEDOUT57 Axed gradually
EASEDOUTRetired gracefully
EASEDOUTAxed, but nicely