step forward

verb

stepped forward; stepping forward; steps forward
: to give or offer help, information, etc.
A witness stepped forward to identify the robber.

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Brodie Ziemer took a huge step forward with 23 goals at Minnesota last season. — Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 2 July 2026 This is the business end, and this is the stage where, in my opinion, the big players step forward and the big players carry the pressure and make things happen. — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026 Then choose one tangible step forward; schedule a meeting to share your ideas differently, ask for feedback or try a new approach. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 The development is a step forward in achieving sustainability goals. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for step forward

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“Step forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step%20forward. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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