Thesaurus results for STEPS IN

steps in

verb

present tense third-person singular of step in

as in visits

to make a brief visit I just stepped in to say hi on my way to class

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as in substitutes

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 steps in An analyst who can check something in a minute will check it, and then check the thing the first answer suggested, and the useful finding tends to turn up two or three steps in. — David Zwick, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026 The developments mark key steps in tackling an economic crisis sparked by the discovery of previously unreported debt. — Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 2 Sep. 2026 Most notably, Softaculous failed to follow one of the most common safety steps in software development, which is to validate software updates using code signing. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2026 Its approach targets one of the most difficult steps in the rare earth supply chain. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026 One of her most iconic scenes from that episode occurs when a stunt double steps in to do a series of back handsprings and the worm, while appearing to be Parton herself. — Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026 Among those ostensible first steps in the writing trade is to simultaneously storm the gates of literary agents, the subject of Laura McGrath’s Middlemen. — M. C. Mah, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026 Rice, Sneed take next steps in ramp-up Throughout the early days of camp, Rashee Rice and L’Jarius Sneed were on the field for warmups and install periods before leaving with athletic trainers for rehab in the indoor facility. — Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2026 Missing Link steps in to provide support while the police are doing their work. — Veronica Fulton, NBC news, 29 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for steps in

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a three-day halt to attacks on Kyiv, starting Saturday night, as a US delegation visits Moscow ahead of traveling to the Ukrainian capital.

— Tim Lister, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2026
The Ada County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that, in May 2026, a piano was indeed found in the same area Bobo visits each week.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of visits

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This approach substitutes information for sensation, and reduces both human and supra-human experiences to the level of data.

— Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026
So Tuchel, who always substitutes his wingers after roughly an hour, decided to withdraw Gordon and bring on an extra defender, Ezri Konsa.

— Michael Cox, New York Times, 16 July 2026

Definition of substitutes

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The possible demise of Clarity stands in stark relief to the historic sums committed in the 2024 election cycle to shifting Washington's position on crypto.

— Tanaya Macheel,Talia Kaplan, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
When my husband comes home and stands in front of the refrigerator stuffed with bags of mulberry leaves, his face takes on an unnatural look.

— Jonathan Flint, Harpers Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of stands in

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Wheeler threw 111 pitches in seven scoreless innings of Game 1 of the 2024 NLDS, then the bullpen surrendered five runs in the eighth.

— Matt Gelb, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The Diamondbacks scored four two-out runs in the 10th -- two on a single by Geraldo Perdomo, one on a single by Gabriel Moreno and one on a single by Nolan Arenado.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of runs in

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Hydrolyzed keratin, meanwhile, fills in the gaps in the cuticle by improving elasticity and damage caused by daily styling, heat, and environmental stressors.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 5 Sep. 2026
The movie fills in the backstory of this slow-motion trauma in a way that feels wrenchingly lifelike.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of fills in

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The Studio room features a large soaking tub in the bedroom for relaxation post-exploring, while the Superior Suite has its own living room, breakfast nook, and desk area for when the office calls.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026
The Philadelphia Union are putting a new spin on a familiar symbol of Chester and using it to give back to the city the team calls home.

— Eva Andersen, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026