Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stepping (on)
Verb
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The net was pulled along the sandy bottom, running over rocks jutting out from the soft seafloor.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025 -
The goal was followed by Wissa running over to the dugouts to celebrate with set-piece coach Keith Andrews.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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California lawmakers are running down the clock to craft a deal to renew the state’s influential cap-and-trade climate policy.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The midi dress included such feminine details as silver buttons running down the front placket of the dress’ bodice.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Stepping (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stepping%20%28on%29. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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