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step in

[step-in] / ˈstɛpˌɪn /


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"We're proud of the balance in this squad, from established world-class performers to riders taking the next step in their development."

From BBC Sep. 15, 2026

He said it’s a step in the right direction, but they must push harder to make their voluntary commitments legally binding.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 14, 2026

She thinks that investors should let the short-term volatility settle “and then step in and buy the high-quality names.”

From MarketWatch Sep. 14, 2026

Smith makes treats like Skittles, gummy bears and pasta festooned with marigold petals, narrating each step in a baby-soft voice while wearing dreamy fits.

From Salon Sep. 12, 2026

Unfortunately, the representatives of the Inquisition, witnesses and all, were present in the same room, ready to step in if Galileo showed any trace of reluctance to go along with what Bellarmine had to say.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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