step over — to lift your foot high to go over something on the ground
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to lift your foot high to go over something on the ground
Pronunciation (IPA): /step ˈoʊvər/
Example Sentences
- He had to step over three lazy teenagers just to get to the kitchen.
- The cat gracefully stepped over the sleeping dog without waking it up.
- Don't step over the construction materials in the hallway.
step over
NOUN[/step ˈoʊvər/]
to lift your foot high to go over something on the ground
a woman in casual clothes lifts her right foot high to clear over a long wooden plank lying across the sidewalk. Her leg is raised prominently as she carefully places her weight on her left foot for balance. Behind her, another pedestrian waits patiently for his turn to navigate the same obstacle. The wooden plank blocks the normal walking path, forcing everyone to lift their feet high to get past. A construction worker nearby watches to ensure people safely navigate around the work area. lifting your foot high to go over something on the ground
Think over, step over, then get over every obstacle!
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“He had to step over three lazy teenagers just to get to the kitchen.”
“The cat gracefully stepped over the sleeping dog without waking it up.”
“Don't step over the construction materials in the hallway.”
“Please step over the cables to avoid tripping.”
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