stepping up

Example Sentences

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“I think it’s exciting how the new generation is stepping up across the party.”

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

The International Monetary Fund on Thursday announced it was stepping up financial support for at least four African countries to help them manage the economic fallout of the US-Israel war on Iran.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

"England have shown they have the capability of stepping up to that Red Roses shirt, but France is a different place to play," former England captain Katy Daley-Mclean added.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

So, local groups are stepping up to save the trees.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

“Hey,” I said, this time stepping up next to him.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover