1. removed from active participation in a game or activity, typically as a disciplinary measure or due to poor performance
Usage: sports
2. temporarily removed from a position or role
Usage: informal

Examples

• The coach benched the star player for missing practice.
• She was benched for the rest of the season due to her injury.
• The quarterback got benched after throwing three interceptions.
• He was benched from the project after missing several deadlines.
• The manager benched the entire starting lineup for poor attitude.
• After the argument with the referee, the player was benched immediately.