step forward

phrasal verb

stepped forward; stepping forward; steps forward
: to give or offer help, information, etc.
A witness stepped forward to identify the robber.

Examples of step forward in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Santa Monica’s own racial reckoning took an important step forward Tuesday to recognize the Ebony Beach Club, a dream location that never materialized. Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 22 Mar. 2024 The manhunt for Smith continues, with police calling on the public with any knowledge about his whereabouts to step forward. Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 16 Mar. 2024 Lady Ghika will step forward to present the shamrock to officers and warrant officers, who will in turn issue it along the ranks. Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2024 His next step forward could help the Royals rebound from a franchise-worst 106 losses last season. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2024 In Protest Trump Defeats Haley In Michigan Republican Primary—On Track To Clinch Nomination Next Month Property managers find themselves in a vicious cycle, struggling to make EV charging a viable amenity, with every step forward seemingly offset by hurdles. Mohammad Akhlaghi, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024 Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport’s rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic took another step forward in 2023 and is poised to continue this year, according to data from the airport. David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2024 Wearing a pink floral onesie, Esti took a few steps forward before falling on a rug and flashing a big smile at the camera. Hannah Sacks, Peoplemag, 11 Mar. 2024 Topps, a childhood cult survivor who counts her time on the show as an important step forward in her personal mental health journey, says that bathroom breaks provided a rare opportunity for reflection. Rachel Pick, SELF, 6 Mar. 2024

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“Step forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step%20forward. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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