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 group said in a post on X that it will be stepping up patrols until the suspect is found.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

This week, it announced a partnership with Deutsche Telekom to develop a drone defense shield, stepping up efforts to protect critical infrastructure in Germany from potential acts of sabotage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Ottawa has been stepping up ties with the EU and other key partners as part of Prime Minister Mark Carney's efforts to increase cooperation between "middle powers".

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Standing close to her was like stepping up to a radiator after coming in from the cold.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny