Sentence examples for significant first step from inspiring English sources

This is a significant first step toward securing his extradition.

Miller's admission was a small but significant first step.

"The statements made in Moscow constitute a very significant first step forward.

"We think that this submission represents a significant first step," the company said.

We would rather have a significant first step toward coverage than no progress at all".

She said that the document submitted Thursday was "a significant first step toward developing detailed protocols".

"This is a significant first step," said Prof Anthony James at the University of California, Irvine.

Given Jordan's stature, there was speculation whether his endorsement of Bradley was a significant first step.

"It's a significant first step for the majority leader, who was entirely against pay-to-play reform," Mr. Pozycki said.

Supporters hailed the measures as a small but significant first step in changing the relationship between Washington and Havana.

Ms. Wright, who reviewed a draft copy of the transfer plan at the request of The Times, said it was a significant first step that must go further.