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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But the expansion is a step in the right direction — thanks in large part to the bipartisan leadership of senators Katie Britt, Republican of Alabama, and Tim Kaine, Democrat of Virginia.
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Abby McCloskey, Boston Herald, 3 Aug. 2025
Kurt's key takeaway Meta cracking down on spam and fake accounts is a step in the right direction, especially for creators who've been struggling to get noticed.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2025
This is a step in the right direction, but there are still some setbacks.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 July 2025
Baldelli said the outing was a step in the right direction before also noting there’s work to be done.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 24 July 2025
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Abby McCloskey, Boston Herald, 3 Aug. 2025
Kurt's key takeaway Meta cracking down on spam and fake accounts is a step in the right direction, especially for creators who've been struggling to get noticed.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2025
This is a step in the right direction, but there are still some setbacks.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 July 2025
Baldelli said the outing was a step in the right direction before also noting there’s work to be done.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 24 July 2025
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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 19 Aug. 2025.
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