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step in

[step-in] / ˈstɛpˌɪn /


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"They allow police to step in at an early stage to prevent harm and disrupt organisations while we investigate," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The GAO report is an important step in confirming the validity of BLS data and providing Matsumoto with a framework for further improvements.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

These mergers are thought to be an important step in the formation of supermassive black holes after galaxies collide and combine.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Anthropic endorsed the order and called it “an important step in strengthening America’s leadership in AI.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The first step in the examination process would be to pry the thigh-high cavalry boot off Booth’s left leg.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson




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