step into
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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Why Bright Sunlight Makes Some People Sneeze For some people (about 25% of the population), stepping into bright sunlight can trigger a sneeze attack.
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Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Reilly and Hauser have also stepped into bigger boots this time around, serving as executive producers on the new series, alongside Sheridan.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Former UConn standout Olivia Nelson-Ododa, stepping into the starting lineup in Griner’s place, also had a strong night finishing with 14 points, six rebounds and three assists shooting 5-for-7.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Timber Creek coach Reggie Cox is hoping eighth-grader Connor Mullins, who is expected to join the team in August, can step into the role.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
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Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Reilly and Hauser have also stepped into bigger boots this time around, serving as executive producers on the new series, alongside Sheridan.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Former UConn standout Olivia Nelson-Ododa, stepping into the starting lineup in Griner’s place, also had a strong night finishing with 14 points, six rebounds and three assists shooting 5-for-7.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Timber Creek coach Reggie Cox is hoping eighth-grader Connor Mullins, who is expected to join the team in August, can step into the role.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
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“Step into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step%20into. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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