take steps

Idioms  

1. Begin a course of action, as in The town is taking steps to provide better street lights, or They took steps to keep their plans secret. [Early 1600s]

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Example Sentences

Though some of those practices still exist in some form, emerging public consciousness and civil rights activists have put increasing pressure on policymakers to take steps to rectify this.

From Salon

But they can still take steps to reduce tension when older couples bicker about money.

From MarketWatch

We must take steps to ensure affordability both at the point of purchase and for vehicle servicing and repairs.

From BBC

The agency said it placed one manager on leave and would take steps such as analyzing vehicle use data statewide.

From The Wall Street Journal

As I take steps in teaching, sanctifying and leading, I hope to listen more than I speak and to learn from the people entrusted to my care.

From The Wall Street Journal

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