take steps
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It’s time for federal investments in childcare to ensure we don’t take steps backward.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
"The continued failure to take steps to facilitate the convening of parliament is inconsistent with the constitution," said a copy of the judgement viewed by AFP.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
And we can each take steps to change it.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026
We can, however, take steps to protect ourselves.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
If this change should come, it would be necessary to take steps!...
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
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