step

[step] / stɛp /

NOUN

pace of feet in walking

Synonyms

STRONGEST

stride

STRONG

footfall footprint footstep gait impression mark stepping trail tread walk

WEAK

trace track

NOUN

action, move

Synonyms

STRONGEST

act advance means phase point procedure process stage start

STRONG

advancement deed degree expedient grade level maneuver motion notch proceeding progression rank

Antonyms

STRONGEST

stop

NOUN

one level of stairs

Synonyms

STRONGEST

stair

STRONG

doorstep gradation rung tread

VERB

move foot to walk

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dance go down skip stride tiptoe tread walk

STRONG

advance ambulate ascend descend hoof it mince pace prance traipse trip troop

WEAK

go backward go forward go up move backward move forward

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Warren Buffett is stepping down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO after 60 years.

From Barron's

However, A Firmer Hand - which mixed artful indie rock and synth-pop with open, emotional lyrics regarding Hawk's relationships with various men - marked a step up for the singer, resulting in glowing reviews.

From BBC

What will the future of Berkshire Hathaway look like after Warren Buffett steps down?

From The Wall Street Journal

Entrenched consumer caution fuelled by a years-long debt crisis in the property sector has weighed on China's growth outlook, spurring calls for leaders to step up support measures.

From Barron's

It is also "a step towards reconciliation between Libyans and with their often little-known past", after years of war, as well as a sign of stability, she added.

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