a step in the right direction
noun phrase
: an action that increases one's chances of achieving something
Exercise won't solve all your health problems, but it's a step in the right direction.
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His skating took a step in the right direction against Florida over the weekend and was again evident in this game.
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Josh Yohe, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Some environmental advocates applauded the move as a step in the right direction.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 2 Apr. 2026
And Wednesday night was a step in the right direction.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2026
The bill passed by the House is a step in the right direction.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 15 Mar. 2026
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Josh Yohe, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Some environmental advocates applauded the move as a step in the right direction.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 2 Apr. 2026
And Wednesday night was a step in the right direction.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2026
The bill passed by the House is a step in the right direction.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 15 Mar. 2026
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“A step in the right direction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20step%20in%20the%20right%20direction. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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