- present participle of step.
Example Sentences
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Stepping back, the labor market in many ways has narrowed to a single engine.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Stepping into an iconic role is a huge moment for any actress, but Vivian Panka says her latest casting is "monumental".
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
Stepping Stones’ chief executive, Veronica Napier, disputed the Journal’s analysis and said she was prohibited from discussing her rates under a contract with the state.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026
Stepping outside on a chilly winter morning or placing a mint in your mouth quickly creates a cooling sensation.
From Science Daily • Mar. 8, 2026
Stepping into the sunlight, she put on her tights, danced a moment, and then pulled on her furs.
From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George
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