Sentence examples for a step late from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a step late" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a situation where someone or something is delayed or not timely in response or action.
Example: "He arrived at the meeting a step late, missing the crucial discussion on the project."
Alternatives: "a bit too late" or "behind the curve".

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It was a moment that epitomized the Nets' missed opportunities and, appropriately, involved Payton, the Bucks' leader, who led his team to an 88-85 victory at Continental Arena that tied the first-round playoff series at 1-1. "We were a step late all night, on everything," said the Nets' Kerry Kittles, who missed seven of eight shots.

We were a step late.

"Some of our best players were a step late," Hitchcock said.

I hit all of the hot spots (a step late), went to the theater and saw tons of live music.

Rangers defenseman Matt Gilroy, who had just been let out of the penalty box, was a step late covering Leino on the play.

Midfielder Ricardo Clark was left to track Gerrard, but he was a step late and Gerrard pushed a shot past Howard for a 1-0 Englead lead.

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Still, he did not rule out taking such a step later this year.

"He is anxious to move on, and has taken a step today to put this behind him," she said.

The Nets took a step this week by telling their players gambling would no longer be allowed on team flights.

Hendrick Ramaala of South Africa, who won the New York City Marathon in 2004 and missed winning by a step last year, has entered this year's race, scheduled for Nov. 5.

But Eichengreen said taking such a step today would compound the disaster for the country of 4.6 million — by driving away the same corporations attracted previously.

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