step (on)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for step (on)
Verb
  • Buehler allowed four runs over a listless four-inning performance, and the offense squandered several key scoring chances late.
    Mac Cerullo, Hartford Courant, 29 June 2025
  • The speed: With a top speed that matches most residential speed limits, no longer am I in constant fear of being run over from behind.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 28 June 2025
Verb
  • Crowds began running down the road toward the site, as cars and motorcycles raced each other.
    Anas Baba, NPR, 6 July 2025
  • The path could also run down the west side of Howell Street, Smith said.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 5 July 2025
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“Step (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/step%20%28on%29. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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