step into
phrasal verb
stepped into; stepping into; steps into
: to take a particular role or do a particular task
She stepped into the role/position of director.
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Poon had stepped into the role after Manju Malhotra, former CEO, stepped down at the end of 2023.
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Samantha Conti, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
At the same time, his son, Richard Pryor Jr., steps into the role of Uncle Brewster, who died unexpectedly but made a lasting impression on his family.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
The eager crowd squealed and cheered the moment these two beauties—and their supportive boyfriends—stepped into view.
—Akili King, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
Provide mentorship, sponsorship and leadership development opportunities to these individuals, equipping them with the skills and experience needed to step into leadership roles.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Samantha Conti, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
At the same time, his son, Richard Pryor Jr., steps into the role of Uncle Brewster, who died unexpectedly but made a lasting impression on his family.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
The eager crowd squealed and cheered the moment these two beauties—and their supportive boyfriends—stepped into view.
—Akili King, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
Provide mentorship, sponsorship and leadership development opportunities to these individuals, equipping them with the skills and experience needed to step into leadership roles.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for step into
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“Step into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step%20into. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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