step into
phrasal verb
stepped into; stepping into; steps into
: to take a particular role or do a particular task
She stepped into the role/position of director.
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Newcomer Catherine Lagaʻaia steps into the sandals of Moana, the courageous young girl who answers the Ocean’s call.
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Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 1 Jan. 2026
There’s nothing more frustrating than stepping into the shower hoping to calm a flare-up, only to have your cleanser worsen the situation.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Jan. 2026
You're being called to step into a higher level of authenticity, a version of you that prioritizes purpose and healthy habits over comfort and obligation.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2026
Arnold suffered a nasal fracture in practice that sidelined her Wednesday, and sophomore Allie Ziebell — who typically does not run the point — stepped into the starting lineup for the first time in her college career.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 1 Jan. 2026
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Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 1 Jan. 2026
There’s nothing more frustrating than stepping into the shower hoping to calm a flare-up, only to have your cleanser worsen the situation.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Jan. 2026
You're being called to step into a higher level of authenticity, a version of you that prioritizes purpose and healthy habits over comfort and obligation.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2026
Arnold suffered a nasal fracture in practice that sidelined her Wednesday, and sophomore Allie Ziebell — who typically does not run the point — stepped into the starting lineup for the first time in her college career.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 1 Jan. 2026
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“Step into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step%20into. Accessed 4 Jan. 2026.
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