stepped-up

[ stept-uhp ]

adjective

1. increased; augmented; expanded; heightened:

   a stepped-up fundraising campaign.

Word History and Origins

Origin of stepped-up¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

Amid the negotiations, Israel has stepped up its air campaign across Lebanon but, after three consecutive days of strikes on Beirut, there were no attacks on the capital during Hochstein’s visit.

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She stepped up to the line and placed the ball on the penalty spot.

From BBC

Israel has stepped up its air attacks on Lebanon’s south, where it is also conducting a ground invasion, the eastern Bekaa Valley and Beirut.

From BBC

Week three: The defence stepped up against the Falcons and forced two turnovers in the fourth quarter, deep in Chiefs territory.

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The Italy centre-half, who was wearing the captain's armband on Sunday, stepped up out of the defensive line as a pass was played in behind.

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Related Words

• boost
• escalate
• hasten
• improve
• increase
• intensify
• quicken
• raise
• speed