One step at a time
Example: She learned to play the piano one step at a time.
Definition
"One step at a time" means approaching a task or challenge gradually and patiently, focusing on completing each part before moving on to the next. It emphasizes progress through incremental actions rather than trying to accomplish everything all at once.
Etymology
The phrase "one step at a time" comes from the literal idea of walking, where progress is made by taking individual steps sequentially. It has been used figuratively for centuries to suggest steady and manageable progress. Did you know? This expression captures the wisdom of patience and persistence in many cultures.
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"One step at a time" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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