What is "take steps"

Usage examples of "take steps".

In fact, she'd have to take steps to slow down the transformation.

And to take steps against it only after he was no longer in a position to frustrate them.

Alexander thinks that action is imminent and so we need to take steps.

I remained where I was until I saw them reach the crown of that other rise, for I had a strong suspicion that were Bartare to see me in such close pursuit, she would take steps to stop me.

I tried to take steps but learned that the hierarchy was riddled with traitors.

At the moment, that threat is manageable, so long as we take steps to ensure it remains that way.

And I'm going to take steps to see that just killing me won't get your lot off the hook.

It's like the Roman emperor's reputed last message to Britain as the legions withdrew to defend the Roman heartland: 'The cantons should take steps to defend themselves.

However, if we do not receive satisfaction in full by that date, we will take steps to collect through the courts.

On the other hand, it was important to find out exactly what had occurred, and if the heavy-worlders were reverting, he and Varian would have to know and take steps.

If accidents happen and you are to blame, take steps to avoid repetition of same.