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step change

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noun

  1. a significant change, esp an improvement

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“As AI drives a step change in chip complexity and capital investment, Synopsys is uniquely positioned to benefit from this growth,” Elliott managing partner Jesse Cohn said in a statement shared with Barron’s.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

His determination to make the set-up more enjoyable, human and meaningful for players was a step change from past regimes that is still paying out.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

A step change in operating cash flow suggests Coronado can materially bring its debt down over the next 12 months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Boston’s Farapulse is rapidly gaining market share; it is a step change in AFib treatment.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

"I look forward to seeing these changes help to deliver a step change in the pace of infrastructure delivery in the months and years ahead."

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2025