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stepping in



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With Platner's exit, a group of more traditional candidates are already expressing interest in stepping in – including a handful who unsuccessfully ran for governor and one of the state's open House seats last month.

From BBC Jul. 9, 2026

“I want to appreciate you ... for coming into a very difficult situation and stepping in and showing leadership,” Arias said.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 24, 2026

He receives a stream of calls in his windowless office, stepping in and out to speak to teams hunched over screens in a command post.

From Barron's Jun. 10, 2026

Some believe Knicks fans are stepping in and treating MSG Sports like a so-called meme stock and pushing up the price.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 8, 2026

“Excuse me,” said Summer, stepping in front of them.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi



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