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The phrase "a bit of a step" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a small or moderate change or progression in a situation or process.
Example: "Taking on this new project feels like a bit of a step towards my career goals."
Alternatives: "a small step" or "a slight advancement".
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Isn't Doctor Who a bit of a step down?
"I think it's a bit of a step backward".
"It's a bit of a step sideways for me," he says.
But – how to put this? – isn't it a bit of a step down?
It was a bit of a step forward on a night when the Yankees took several bigger ones.
I just get there and drive.' So is sportscar racing a bit of a step down after racing in grands prix.
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He has more upside than Sauer, but I would be concerned about a bit of a step-back year for him, especially with the increased workload while Staal recovers.
Starbird added that the Arroyo-Verdugo committee has been "a bit of a step-child" in the Southern California Assn. of Governments structure.
Admittedly he did take a bit of a backward step after his tackle on André Esterhuizen last weekend, and while he flirted with illegality on that occasion, a positive to come out of that moment was its demonstration of the fire and competitiveness within Farrell.
This is obviously a bit of a risky step for Adobe, something Morris acknowledged in our discussion.
It's a bit of a drastic step, but I'm starting to wonder if I'm really cut out for life in a lab coat.
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