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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

Example Sentences

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So my next step was to talk to some experts to start making my plan for how it’s best to save and invest.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden said it was "a really important step" on the ladder of helping young people get some experience in the workplace.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Barry, who is 51 years old, will step down as CEO and as a member of the board at the end of October, the company said Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Even so, this stage is still a step away from directly searching for life, which will likely require more advanced telescopes in the future.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

“Why would you do tha’?” He squinted into the dark room, swaying as he tried to step around the bench, but he tripped and fell to his knees.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu