side step
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of side step
First recorded in 1840–50
Example Sentences
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AI has spurred something of a “bring your own power” boom as a way to side step supply-chain and other delays that can come in securing gargantuan electric-service connections.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2025
However, the former Rangers, West Ham United and Heart of Midlothian striker will take a side step to allow McKay to bring his computer game, Football Manager, experience to life.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2024
“There are larger concerns about the precedent this sets for other applicants in sending a message that it is acceptable to side step Community Board and public engagement.”
From New York Times ● Apr. 11, 2022
“He doesn’t have legs to side step and catch himself. That would be more detrimental to him than anything I can think of.”
From Washington Times ● Apr. 7, 2017
I left, going past her father and out to the side step just as a minivan was pulling into the driveway.
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
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