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as in to visit
to make a brief visit
I just stepped in to say hi on my way to class
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as in to substitute
to serve as a replacement usually for a time only
couldn't find anyone to step in for me so that I could take a break from my caregiving duties
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Right now select live sporting events and shows from ESPN and the ESPN+ service are available on Disney+, though the creation of a Disney+ specific program is a new step in the direction of streaming content.
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Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Feb. 2025
The collaboration represents another step in Kakao Entertainment’s content strategy as the company continues to leverage its multi-studio system encompassing production houses and talent agencies.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
The first step in safeguarding against an IVF error is to choose a clinic that not only boasts a high success rate, but can also offer transparency, oversight, and safety, according to Rader.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 25 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, many believe that members of communities in need lack the resources or potential to evolve into a better condition without a savior-like effort stepping in.
—Brianna Kamienski, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
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Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Feb. 2025
The collaboration represents another step in Kakao Entertainment’s content strategy as the company continues to leverage its multi-studio system encompassing production houses and talent agencies.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
The first step in safeguarding against an IVF error is to choose a clinic that not only boasts a high success rate, but can also offer transparency, oversight, and safety, according to Rader.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 25 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, many believe that members of communities in need lack the resources or potential to evolve into a better condition without a savior-like effort stepping in.
—Brianna Kamienski, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for step in
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The Vatican's secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and the substitute for general affairs of the secretary of state, Archbishop Penna Parra, visited the Pope in the hospital to update him on church and world matters on Sunday, according to the Vatican.—
Phoebe Natanson,
ABC News,
9 Mar. 2025
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That’s why astrophotographers will likely visit dark sky destinations to take wide-angle shots of the sky and landscapes below, though close-ups through telescopes are possible from any location on the night side of Earth.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The Broncos extended their lead to as many as 35 points with 5 minutes remaining before Rice substituted liberally.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Mar. 2025
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No amount of restorative justice or professional counseling will substitute for proper conduct.—
Vincent Turley,
Hartford Courant,
2 Mar. 2025
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Sources told officers that those participating in the event had been standing in a line as part of the initiation process when Wilson reportedly collapsed, per the station.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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After a brief back and forth, Birt, who was standing in for the absent board president Charles Randklev, called for a 10-minute recess.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Feb. 2025
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Ora was at the desk for a third consecutive season to fill in for Nicole Scherzinger.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2025
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Among the Promenade’s challenges is its scale — the mall’s unusually large stores can be hard to fill in an era when many big retailers are reducing their footprints.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
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The Aztecs trailed by 18 in the first meeting with Wyoming and responded with a 20-0 run in the second half.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2025
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Florida first lady Casey DeSantis, the wife of Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL), hinted at a gubernatorial run in 2026.—
Annabella Rosciglione,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
1 Mar. 2025
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Anyone who would like to get connected to treatment, or knows someone who does, can call 1-800-563-4086 or visit connectgnh.org at any day or time.—
Hartford Courant,
Hartford Courant,
14 Feb. 2023
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Breakouts might call for the Salicylic + Green Tea Exfoliating Cleanser and Aloe + Algae Lightweight Gel Cream, whereas dry skin might crave a boost of moisture from the Hyaluronic + Arnica Hydrating Serum.—
Lisa DeSantis,
Allure,
14 Feb. 2023
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“Step in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/step%20in. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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