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The defeat of New Zealand at Lord's was a small step in the right direction for England following the Ashes defeat.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Brown had challenged Anunoby to step up his offensive rebounding.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

As a first step in this process, the Commissioners Court authorized the county purchasing agent to solicit proposals from companies for a 13-month service agreement for 50 GPS trackers, according to county meeting minutes.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Eaton said the transaction would mark the next step in its ongoing portfolio transformation, allowing it to operate a more focused portfolio concentrated on its electrical and aerospace businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

To get to the porch, we gingerly step on a series of mud-soaked planks that serve as a makeshift walkway.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold