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The phrase "step backward" is grammatically correct and commonly used in written English.
It is often used as a metaphor for regressing or going in the wrong direction. Example: Despite the advances in technology, the company's decision to downgrade their systems was a step backward in terms of efficiency and productivity.
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"We took a step backward".
Landfilling is a step backward.
Julian took a step backward, startled.
"This is a big step backward".
"We took a huge step backward.
Woods took a step backward here.
"This is a huge step backward.
But first came a big step backward.
This is a step backward for women".
We would take a giant step backward".
Conceptually, at least, it's a step backward.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com