take steps
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The agency has issued heatstroke alerts in 41 out of Japan's 47 prefectures, urging the public -- especially the many elderly -- to take steps to stay cool.
From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026
County officials said the first human case is an important reminder to the community that everyone needs to take steps to prevent mosquito bites and breeding.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026
If you’re debt-free or take steps to minimize debt, that’s a major advantage.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 12, 2026
He told BBC Wales he had been unable to change government policy but "I believe Wales has been short-changed and as leader I would take steps to correct that".
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026
If I were you, I should take steps to make these men disperse.
From "The Odyssey" by Homer
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