step up
Example Sentences
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That, he said, puts Sheinbaum in a "very complex" position, should President Donald Trump's administration step up pressure on her to extradite him.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
For corporate issuers, we expect primary markets to be a bit choppier in the remaining months of the year as we see a step up in rates volatility, which is likely to weigh on spreads.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
Milan's back three would drop deep, baiting United's front four to step up and press them.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
He’s well aware that philanthropy wouldn’t cover such a step up, which is why he believes the project could one day be funded by the federal government.
From Slate ● Aug. 19, 2026
Honestly, though, flying by the seat of my pants would be a step up on the planning scale from where I am now.
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
