step forward
phrasal 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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The collaboration marks a meaningful step forward in connecting consumers with the often-invisible network behind their products.
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Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
Many others agreed that Thompson's post was a positive step forward to fathers being more appreciative of what their partners do.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
While Meta’s actions represent a significant step forward, pig butchering scams are far from eradicated.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Executives note that by adding live sports, Disney+ will have dynamic ad insertion in live content, a major step forward for that side of the business.
—Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Dec. 2024
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Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
Many others agreed that Thompson's post was a positive step forward to fathers being more appreciative of what their partners do.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
While Meta’s actions represent a significant step forward, pig butchering scams are far from eradicated.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Executives note that by adding live sports, Disney+ will have dynamic ad insertion in live content, a major step forward for that side of the business.
—Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Dec. 2024
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“Step forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step%20forward. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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