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Synonyms of step in
1
to make a brief visit
- I just stepped in to say hi on my way to class
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2
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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The first known use of step in was in the 15th century
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