stepped

VERB

move foot to walk

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dance go down skip stride tiptoe tread walk

STRONG

advance ambulate ascend descend hoof mince pace prance traipse trip troop

WEAK

go backward go forward go up move backward move forward

Example Sentences

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However, when the Dodgers needed someone to take over for Russell in late June, Hoffman stepped up from his position managing the Dukes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

But on Tuesday, the 44-year-old received an electric reception as she stepped back on to the pristine grass courts on which she won seven singles and six women's doubles titles.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

Other producers stepped up output as well, notably the U.S.,

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

Buffett stepped down as a foundation trustee in 2021 after the Gateses announced their divorce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Pierre, her fiancé, was behind her with his jaw fallen open, but he swiftly stepped out of sight.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu