step up

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The key step-up for Joshua came in his 15th fight: a win over Dillian Whyte for the British title, which developed his resolve and enhanced his profile.

From BBC

EU policymakers hope a step-up in the flow of corporate cash for removals of carbon can help it achieve its ambitious goal of emissions neutrality within the coming decades.

From The Wall Street Journal

For now, they expect a continued focus on organic growth over a step-up in M&A activity.

From The Wall Street Journal

“This implies that a significant step-up in earnings may be needed over the rest of the year to deliver even the low end of the guidance range,” JPMorgan analysts said in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal

He had said the step-up was possible thanks to revenue from tariffs, which the Supreme Court has since struck down.

From The Wall Street Journal