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The phrase "an extra step to" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to an additional action or measure taken to achieve a goal or improve a process.
Example: "To ensure the project's success, we need to take an extra step to verify all the data before submission."
Alternatives: "a further measure to" or "an additional action to".
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But a surprising number of New Yorkers take an extra step to defend themselves, as Maj.
We've gone an extra step to keep them for public use".
But considering the delicate circumstances, better an extra step to be safe than sorry.
That would just add an extra step to making a video clip that doesn't add much instant value to it.
"If you had to take an extra step to get him in your line, you did it," Jones said.
The alcohol abuse institute took an extra step to secure Dr. Mukamal's position as top contender for the grant.
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They also add an unnecessary extra step to what should be a fairly simple message.
Thermal ionization wasn't working, so the student decided to use a laser; just a quick extra step to be sure that ionization was occurring.
It is but a small extra step to conjecture that each universe comes with its own knob settings.
If that's a possibility, take the extra step to clarify.
If the job comes to you from a recommendation, take the extra step to ask your contact who you should address.
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