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step up something to make something larger, faster, or more effective. Following the explosion the airport authorities stepped up security. We had to step our defense up and move the ball better. Usage notes: also used in the form step it up: The coach said that if we don't step it up in the second half we're in trouble. See also: step How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Please, sir, I guess you'd better step up right away, or it will be too late, for I heard Miss Rose say she knew you wouldn't like it, and she'd never dare to let you see her. I wish, Clara, that you would ask your father to step up. |
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