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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Freeland and Graebner are now stepping forward, declaring a commitment to meaningful change.
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Greg Braxton, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2024
While other scientists have developed flexible solar cells before, the new efficiency record sets a new precedent and represents a big step forward for the technology.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 25 June 2024
Family members hope someone will step forward with information on her whereabouts.
—Dennis Romero, NBC News, 25 June 2024
In May, different developers stepped forward to apply for chunks of the county’s $200 million affordable housing bond resulting in the approval of three more affordable housing projects.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 23 June 2024
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Greg Braxton, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2024
While other scientists have developed flexible solar cells before, the new efficiency record sets a new precedent and represents a big step forward for the technology.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 25 June 2024
Family members hope someone will step forward with information on her whereabouts.
—Dennis Romero, NBC News, 25 June 2024
In May, different developers stepped forward to apply for chunks of the county’s $200 million affordable housing bond resulting in the approval of three more affordable housing projects.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 23 June 2024
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“Step forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/step%20forward. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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