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step

[step] / stɛp /


NOUN
one level of stairs
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One of the highest-profile SNP politicians, the Aberdeen South MP had to step down from Westminster in order to take up his seat at Holyrood.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

However, you do not step into the account owner’s shoes in order to access your late mother’s confidential transaction history.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

She said Trump raising the case with Xi is an important step in winning her father’s release but a difficult road lies ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

And although their shaggy boughs somewhat resemble teddy bears, they’re sharp if you step too close.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Each time someone left the room he had to step over a dozen others.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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