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as in to visit
to make a brief visit
I just stepped in to say hi on my way to class
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as in to substitute
to serve as a replacement usually for a time only
couldn't find anyone to step in for me so that I could take a break from my caregiving duties
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Recent Examples of step in
Claessen Blue is just one step in Chloris’ color journey.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
After winning it all with Cheryl, 98 Degrees singer and Broadway star Drew Lachey has remained involved with the show, embarking on the three-month DWTS tour and stepping in as replacement host during the fifth season.
—Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Continuously stepping in to save the same lives without addressing the root causes of hunger is not cost-effective.
—Arif Husain, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2025
The free release marks the next step in the team’s commitment to accessibility and creative independence.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 11 Nov. 2025
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
After winning it all with Cheryl, 98 Degrees singer and Broadway star Drew Lachey has remained involved with the show, embarking on the three-month DWTS tour and stepping in as replacement host during the fifth season.
—Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Continuously stepping in to save the same lives without addressing the root causes of hunger is not cost-effective.
—Arif Husain, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2025
The free release marks the next step in the team’s commitment to accessibility and creative independence.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 11 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for step in
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An ugly opening half, which featured the teams combining for 6-of-24 shooting in the game’s first 10 minutes, saw the visiting Wildcats catch fire from beyond the arc.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Nov. 2025
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Tatum initially visited the cemetery in an attempt to locate the grave of Florence Marie Rawls, an Army veteran who served in the 6888th Central Postal Directory Batallion during World War 2.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Nov. 2025
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For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the coconut rum with an equal amount of coconut water or milk, and add 1/2 teaspoon of rum extract to maintain some of the flavor notes.—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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Silvetti picked up a yellow card in the 69th minute and was later substituted for by Yannick Bright in the 74th minute as Miami looked to bolster its defense for the final stretch of the game.—
Andre Fernandez,
Miami Herald,
9 Nov. 2025
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Last month, rapidly-growing 7 Brew Coffee opened its 500th location, adding a stand in New Jersey.—
John Magsam,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
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The historic build-up stands in stark contrast to the United States’ own supply struggles.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Denver International Airport is working to fill in the gap, creating a food pantry for its federal employees and asking the FAA for permission to use the airport's revenue to pay for controllers' wages.—
JOSH FUNK,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
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The numbers don’t do justice to the way the four power sources play together, however, delivering a seamless rush of force as the electric motors perfectly fill in the gaps in the engine’s power band, combining the immediacy of an EV with the emotionality of a high-revving V12.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
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At a moment of increasing niche-ification of the news media business, Axel Springer is running in the opposite direction.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Republicans in Washington are already buzzing about a likely Vance presidential run in 2028, even though the election is still three years away.—
Daniel Bush,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Jackson had contacted him about a BBC drama series called Vigil.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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Anyone with information is asked to call 311 and reference activity number A25-554251.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Step in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/step%20in. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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