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doorstep

[dawr-step, dohr-] / ˈdɔrˌstɛp, ˈdoʊr- /
NOUN
step
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Tests to track thyroid function and inflammation markers can be delivered to your doorstep with the paper towels or dog food.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The residents of Makerfield are about to find themselves at the epicentre of the political universe as a by-election battle that could decide the next prime minister is set to take place on their doorstep.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Boston does have a fast grower on its doorstep: the small city of Everett, Mass., where the population rose 4.6% to more than 53,000 in the last measured year.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

"I think there’s now a responsibility on the cabinet to talk to Keir and to recognise, as they obviously are picking up on the doorstep, that this can’t carry on forever," he told BBC Radio.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

Nancy and Bess were standing on the Faynes' doorstep.

From "Scream for Ice Cream: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #2" by Carolyn Keene




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