step into

verb

stepped into; stepping into; steps into
Synonyms of step intonext
: to take a particular role or do a particular task
She stepped into the role/position of director.

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There is just so much to talk about with this game, so let’s dive straight in, starting with Argentina’s magic man who is stepping into new territory. Ben Church, CNN Money, 15 July 2026 Now, with all eyes on that niche, Dead Meat is stepping into a new role. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 15 July 2026 Playwright Escola steps into the titular role for the first time on the West End. Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 The actor will step into the role of streetwise private investigator Jim Rockford, a role originated by the late actor James Garner, for the reboot of the classic TV series, The Rockford Files. Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for step into

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“Step into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step%20into. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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