stepped
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Wang, who was previously elected to the City Council in November 2022, stepped down as mayor on Monday hours after the plea agreement was unsealed.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
During the pandemic, for instance, private lenders stepped up to supply credit to borrowers when others were pulling back, earning strong returns for doing so.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
With Raphinha sidelined through injury, Rashford has stepped up as a starter when needed.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
The boat was anchored off the African coast as the World Health Organization stepped in to investigate and passengers were slowly screened and sent home.
From Salon • May 11, 2026
James didn’t notice me as I stepped onto the roof.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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