Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steps (on)
Verb
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The Dodgers’ offense pounded the Reds, searching for a breaking point and hammering for 18 runs over the two nights.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025 -
Scherzer left after allowing four runs over five innings, including 10 hits, no walks and five strikeouts.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Sharp runs down some of the more boldface-name contributions.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
13 Oct. 2025
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Rosie runs down the road to greet her owner.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Steps (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steps%20%28on%29. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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