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take steps

Idioms  
  1. Begin a course of action, as in The town is taking steps to provide better street lights, or They took steps to keep their plans secret. [Early 1600s]


Example Sentences

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We must take steps to ensure affordability both at the point of purchase and for vehicle servicing and repairs.

From BBC

The agency said it placed one manager on leave and would take steps such as analyzing vehicle use data statewide.

From The Wall Street Journal

As I take steps in teaching, sanctifying and leading, I hope to listen more than I speak and to learn from the people entrusted to my care.

From The Wall Street Journal

"This learning included a complete review of all policies and procedures around attendance at unexplained deaths as we take steps to try and prevent something like this happening again," she added.

From BBC

But we can take steps to prevent things from getting worse.

From The Wall Street Journal