steps

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But after a career spent measuring progress in sometimes infinitesimal steps, he has shared experiences that are already proving valuable.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

It advised neighboring countries to take precautionary measures but advised against border closures, saying such steps increase unmonitored irregular crossings that make it harder to contain the disease.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

The location itself was intentional in its significance, sandwiched between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument, just steps away from the partially painted Reflecting Pool and within sight of the White House and Capitol.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

"The player was Doku at Rennes. In my five years as a pro, I had never seen someone with so much explosivity in his first steps."

From BBC • May 16, 2026

There was a railing along the bottom five steps: I grabbed it with my free hand and held on.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom