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as in means
an action planned or taken to achieve a desired result
took steps to ensure that there would be no more incidences of food poisoning
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2
as in stage
an individual part of a process, series, or ranking
the manual enumerates every step in the procedure for shutting down the assembly line
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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
he lives just a step away from his elderly mother, so he's there if she needs him for any reason
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1
as in to walk
to go on foot
I stepped across the street for a quick lunch at the new diner
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as in to dance
to perform a series of usually rhythmic bodily movements to music
she was in her element, happily stepping around the dance floor
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as in to hurry
to proceed or move quickly
many people wanted to linger before the president's bier, but guards kept the line of mourners stepping forward
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Recent Examples of step
Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 7 Aug. 2025
Vrabel’s office, a few steps further ahead and through another doorway, is sized closer to a studio apartment.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 7 Aug. 2025
Kevin Cusick, Twin Cities, 7 Aug. 2025
Some dancers were retiring or stepping away to start families.
—David Lyman, The Enquirer, 7 Aug. 2025
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Noun
These competing narratives reflect an internal information war over Israel’s next steps.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 7 Aug. 2025
Vrabel’s office, a few steps further ahead and through another doorway, is sized closer to a studio apartment.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 7 Aug. 2025
Verb
Our next two picks are tight ends, and the ex-Penn State star should step right into the Indy lineup.
—Kevin Cusick, Twin Cities, 7 Aug. 2025
Some dancers were retiring or stepping away to start families.
—David Lyman, The Enquirer, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for step
Noun
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Lockhart turns these arresting settings into her own stage, capturing the vivid blues and greens of nature, and the remote island’s distinctive geology and geography, while the children at play within the landscapes bring movement and surprise to her extended static takes.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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With Massie on board, the procedural motion passed on the House floor an hour later, setting the stage for the bill to pass.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Disney, following in the footsteps of Netflix and others, soon will no longer report the number of subscribers for its Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ streaming services.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
6 Aug. 2025
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While none of Lindsey's children appear interested in following his footsteps as a musician, his son is definitely a fan of the art form.—
Stephanie Kaloi,
People.com,
3 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The Sandisk Keynote showed a path to a 512TB version by 2027 and 1PB product sometime in the future.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Tropical Storm Erin is nearly at hurricane strength Thursday night, its western path putting islands in the far eastern Caribbean under tropical storm watches, according to the National Hurricane Center.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Parts of Milwaukee saw more than 10 inches of rain in less than 24 hours in what is classified as a 1,000-year flood event.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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According to the South Florida Water Management District, Palm Beach County has had 65% of normal rainfall for the year thus far — more than 12 inches below normal.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Early investigations found that the victim had been in an altercation with the suspect and was walking away when the suspect ran up and shot the victim several times, police said.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Aug. 2025
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Her family escaped unscathed, but Raha expressed concern for her three children, who were walking from bystander to bystander offering pizza slices while waiting to hear if anything was salvagable.—
Angele Latham,
The Tennessean,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The stunning display is caused by solar particles interacting with Earth’s magnetic field, and tonight's conditions are just right for the colors to be seen dancing across the sky — weather permitting.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Mary Shelley’s creature didn’t dance in tux and tails.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Then Maye barked signals and hurried the offense back to the line, as the defense showed blitz.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
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Several people were seen hurrying to help Warren, including Susan Collins of Maine and Texas Senator Ted Cruz, who grabbed her by her forearm to lift her up.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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To maximize this opportunity, brands should use a variety of experiential activations, carefully track which attract the most participation, and measure dwell time and behavioral engagement.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Other protective measures include keeping doors and windows closed and avoiding activities that increase indoor pollution, such as vacuuming, burning candles or using gas appliances.—
Jack Albright,
jsonline.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Step.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/step. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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