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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Annie and Cristina’s new roles are critical steps forward in our mission to connect, inform and delight live audiences across the world – and to ensure POLITICO’s live convenings are home to the hottest tickets in town. —

Ted Johnson, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024 But the fact that Cheney, like some other Republicans, have stepped forward to oppose Trump, reinforces the idea that people are paying attention to concerns of previous party supporters. —

Jim Riccioli, Journal Sentinel, 25 Oct. 2024 The Japanese government stepped forward more directly in 2015 as the Financial Services Agency, a national regulator overseeing banking, insurance, and securities, issued a landmark call to action. —

Michael Useem, Fortune Asia, 24 Oct. 2024 Dalton has already confirmed that Great Britain’s Royal Yacht Squadron has stepped forward as the challenger of record. —

Miles Socha, WWD, 20 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for step forward