as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
candidates stepping up their campaigns as election day draws near stepped up the pace to catch up with the others
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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
there's been a step-up in productivity since regular breaks were offered
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Recent Examples of step up
Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2025
He’s stepped up to that stage and being in England will put the finishing touches on his game.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2025
PC Magazine, 25 July 2025
Plus, transferring property can have huge tax consequences, including the loss of step-up in tax basis that your attorney mentioned as well as property tax reassessments.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2025
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Verb
The Texans’ defense was pushing the offensive line back, but center Austin Corbett was able to anchor against a defensive lineman, which allowed Young to step up in the pocket and throw off-platform to Mitchell for a big gain.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2025
He’s stepped up to that stage and being in England will put the finishing touches on his game.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
Most entry-level cameras omit weather protection—Canon leaves it out of its most affordable EOS RP and step-up EOS R8 bodies, for instance—but Nikon puts it in the Z5II, and in the Z 5 for that matter.
—PC Magazine, 25 July 2025
Plus, transferring property can have huge tax consequences, including the loss of step-up in tax basis that your attorney mentioned as well as property tax reassessments.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2025
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Verb
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While Iran frames its warnings as a measure to deter future attacks, the U.S. and its allies view Iran's intensifying rhetoric as likely to heighten regional tensions.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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This stuff is a powerful oxidizer that, while not flammable by itself, will accelerate and intensify combustion of rubber balloons, clothing, hair, skin, eye tissue and other things that burn when used around open flames such as bongs, joints, and cigarettes.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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That's more than any other year since 2013 and would be a 56% increase over the 25 executions conducted last year.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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The average tariff increase, weighted by 2024 apparel import volumes, is near 20 percentage points.—
SJ Guest Editorial,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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What steps to follow when driving in the rain? Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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His ongoing mission is to elevate public safety and rescue operations, using technology to enhance how communities respond to the needs of their most vulnerable citizens.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
Noun
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There's also a special boost available for the final round of the BMW Championship.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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Tax revenue isn't the only economic boost the data center boom has brought to Quincy.—
Monica Nickelsburg,
NPR,
17 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Laureano has deepened his hitting groove so far with his team.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Aug. 2025
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In short, a healthy conflict serves as a reminder that the relationship can survive tough moments and even deepen because of them.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Employers added just 73,000 jobs and employment gains for May and June were revised down by a massive 258,000.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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The gains came mainly from exports to the U.S. Without their impact, the overall tally would have been down 0.9 percent, the industry body said.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Trump administration has also heightened deportation efforts — but Giordano said what city and department officials have been saying for months: Phoenix police do not enforce immigration laws and do not work with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.—
Elena Santa Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Auroral activity has been heightened since last year, when the sun reached the peak of its 11-year solar cycle, which is a catalyst for coronal mass ejections and solar flares that contribute to stronger auroral activity.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Both are series regulars, in addition to Taylor Ortega (The Four Seasons), who will play Morgan.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
13 Aug. 2025
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In addition to hosting the show, Trump is producing the Kennedy Center Honors, which recognizes and celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to American culture through performing arts.—
Michaela Zee,
Variety,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Step up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/step%20up. Accessed 25 Aug. 2025.
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