take a step
Frequency: 9.530.2 per million words
Very common phrase for the action of stepping.
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Examples (10)
- I gasped and took an involuntary step back.
- We shall take all necessary steps to prevent public disorder.
- I shall take immediate steps to have this matter put right.
- We seemed to be taking three steps forward and one step back.
- She carefully took a step onto the icy pavement.
- The government decided to take drastic steps to curb inflation.
- He hesitated, then took a bold step toward his future.
- Before making a decision, you should always take a step back and consider all options.
- The child was learning to walk and proudly took her first steps.
- To achieve your goals, you must be willing to take consistent steps every day.