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as in means
an action planned or taken to achieve a desired result
took steps to ensure that there would be no more incidences of food poisoning
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2
as in stage
an individual part of a process, series, or ranking
the manual enumerates every step in the procedure for shutting down the assembly line
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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
he lives just a step away from his elderly mother, so he's there if she needs him for any reason
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1
as in to walk
to go on foot
I stepped across the street for a quick lunch at the new diner
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as in to dance
to perform a series of usually rhythmic bodily movements to music
she was in her element, happily stepping around the dance floor
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as in to hurry
to proceed or move quickly
many people wanted to linger before the president's bier, but guards kept the line of mourners stepping forward
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Recent Examples of step
Tim Spiers, New York Times, 3 May 2025
This is a fair period in which the next steps can be prepared.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 2 May 2025
After having misgivings in her role about accusing a high school swim coach of molestation and stepping away from her blog, she is ultimately vindicated.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 2 May 2025
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Noun
His next step will be to consistently compete against NBA stars after he is drafted as the face of a franchise in June.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 3 May 2025
This is a fair period in which the next steps can be prepared.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Verb
Gregg Popovich, the iconic head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, is stepping away from his position, but not leaving the NBA entirely.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 2 May 2025
After having misgivings in her role about accusing a high school swim coach of molestation and stepping away from her blog, she is ultimately vindicated.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for step
Noun
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Morrissey is planning to get back on stage at Centennial Hall in Tucson, AZ on Monday night (May 5) after postponing a pair of shows on his spring U.S. tour over the weekend due to health issues.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
5 May 2025
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On Friday night, Gaga treated fans by rehearsing on the stage, giving them a teaser of what was to come.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
4 May 2025
Noun
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The South Korean brand follows in the footsteps of MM6 Maison Margiela, Setchu, Marine Serre, Martine Rose and Grace Wales Bonner, among others, as a guest designer of the men’s trade fair.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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The Guardian newspaper reports that Gatwa, who is currently starring as the 15th Doctor in the BBC’s long-running sci-fi drama, will follow in the footsteps of previous stars including Joanna Lumley, Nigella Lawson and Doctor Who alumna Catherine Tate.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
4 May 2025
Noun
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The advancements in hair restoration and the increasing acceptance of cosmetic procedures for all offer a path for men to take control of their appearance and well-being, with none of the shame of yesterday.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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Offer meaningful equity—Whether through stock options, profit-sharing or alternative incentives, companies must design real paths for stakeholders to participate in success, not just work for it.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Weather experts predict that the Philadelphia area will get 1-2 inches of rain between Thursday evening and Friday morning.—
Savannah Leigh Richardson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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The actual sensor is roughly an inch wide, and the band is slightly thinner than that.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
8 May 2025
Verb
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Bell is seen in the footage walking through the classroom as well, court documents show.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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There is the prospect that Van Nistelrooy could walk away, but sacking two managers and their backroom teams in the same financial year would cause more profit and sustainability (PSR) issues.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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McGrath recalled the one time his friend filmed himself dancing at the airport.—
Francesca Street,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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The teen has been dancing onstage at her mom's shows since the Renaissance World Tour in 2023.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
2 May 2025
Verb
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Juan and Alfredo—who arrives just afterward—don’t have time to mourn their friend’s death and hurry to leave after seeing people with flashlights heading toward the building.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
1 May 2025
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But hurry — these beauty finds aren’t guaranteed to stay on sale or remain in stock over the next two weeks.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The email includes urgent measures recipients must take.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
2 May 2025
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The exemption started as a cost-cutting measure, to avoid taxes that cost the government more to collect than the tax itself.—
Emily Feng,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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“Step.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/step. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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