stepping
Pronunciation: [ˈstɛpɪŋ]
Word
Context: “movement”
(verb) to lift your foot and put it down in a new place. When you walk or dance, you are stepping.
Example
She is stepping carefully along the trail.
Example
He isn't stepping on the grass because it's very wet.
Example
Are you stepping on the sidewalk or the street?
Context: “dance or rhythm”
(noun) a particular way of moving your feet, often in dance. Like the steps you take in a dance routine.
Example
Her stepping added a lot of flair to the dance performance.
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His stepping was offbeat, making the dance look awkward.
Example
Can you show me your favorite stepping pattern?
Context: “progress”
(noun) a stage in a process or the act of making progress. It's like taking a step forward toward a goal.
Example
She made an important stepping in her career with the new job.
Example
Not taking any steps means you're not moving forward at all.
Example
What is the next stepping in your plan?
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