every step of the way

idiom

: throughout the entire process
He provided them with guidance every step of the way.

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Republicans struggled mightily with the bill nearly every step of the way, quarreling in the House and Senate, and often succeeding only by the narrowest of margins: just one vote. arkansasonline.com, 4 July 2025 Republicans have struggled mightily with the bill nearly every step of the way, often succeeding by the narrowest of margins — just one vote. Kevin Freking, Fortune, 3 July 2025 Providing support every step of the way, AHS’ foster department will also provide all of the supplies and medical care needed while this sweet little kitty is on the journey to his forever home. AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025 Republicans have struggled mightily with the bill nearly every step of the way in the House and Senate, often succeeding only by the narrowest of margins: just one vote. Leah Askarinam, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for every step of the way

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“Every step of the way.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/every%20step%20of%20the%20way. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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