| 单词 | step forward |
| 例句 | The blue-eyed man took a step forward, his fists clenched. Shooting Kabul 2010-06-22T00:00:00Z Percy took another step forward, and the god shrieked indignantly. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z Malaya stepped forward, with the whole village behind her. Hello, Universe 2017-03-14T00:00:00Z And then my thinking part steps forward and quickly realizes what I’ve done. Fish in a Tree 2015-02-05T00:00:00Z The dozen or so people in this car are all like me, going through the motions, stepping forward, trying not to run screaming from the train into the arms of Exclusion Guards with large guns. Internment 2019-03-07T00:00:00Z Henry stepped forward, took one of his hands and examined it beneath the light. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z I take an uncertain step forward and peek in at the living room. Al Capone Does My Shirts 2004-01-01T00:00:00Z Then he snapped his fingers at Sewall, who stepped forward and set four silver cups on the table before the Justice. Johnny Tremain 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z Two boys step forward to read a scene. Drama High 2013-09-26T00:00:00Z Fina reaches down to her chest for her binoculars and takes the tiniest of steps forward. How to Disappear Completely 2020-04-28T00:00:00Z He took another step forward, swinging his arm harder this time. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z He nudges his chin toward the stage, smiling, so I take a few steps forward. Leah on the Offbeat 2018-04-24T00:00:00Z We walked to a nearby bar in the same manner we always seemed to walk, with me a step forward and him a step back. Becoming 2018-11-13T00:00:00Z As though I did not possess the power of speech, I stepped forward and simply handed her the forged note, not parting my lips. Black Boy 1945-01-01T00:00:00Z I took a deep breath, wiped my hands on my skirt, and stepped forward. Hattie Big Sky 2006-09-26T00:00:00Z The leading evangelist, a short, fat, cross-eyed, baldheaded man with thick, woolen strings about his chest and neck and hands in the manner of chains, stepped forward and demanded silence. Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography 1986-01-01T00:00:00Z Three men stepped forward and I reached up without thinking, actually a desperate oratorical gesture of disagreement and defiance, as I shouted, "No!" Invisible Man 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z She stepped forward and embraced Ella, seemed to draw strength from her large dark presence, but then pulled away, smiled, and brought her attention back to me and me alone. X: A Novel 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z Hazel took a deep breath and was about to step forward when some primal instinct made her turn her head to the left. Breadcrumbs 2011-09-27T00:00:00Z In answer to their question, Con stepped forward, squaring his shoulders. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z With each step forward, tiny finger-sized shards of white crystals embedded in the walls reflected the crystal fire. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z An older Maiden stepped forward with an air of authority. The Ugly One 2013-06-11T00:00:00Z At that moment Ida Spavento stepped forward, grabbed the barrel, and yanked the rifle out of Scipio's hands. The Thief Lord 2002-09-01T00:00:00Z His father took a step forward and said, “Evening, Bod. I trust you are keeping well.” The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z He stepped forward and sluiced a spray of black tobacco juice out of the side of his mouth. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z But Ms. Platt’s voice was also in my head: Take a step forward. Maybe He Just Likes You 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z Grandma smiled, “Exactly. It is as though he is clearing a trail for us to follow, and of course we are making steps forward here that we must be grateful for.” March Forward, Girl 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z The blue-eyed man took another step forward, his lips pursed in a tight line. Shooting Kabul 2010-06-22T00:00:00Z Twycross stepped forward, turned gracefully on the spot with his arms outstretched, and vanished in a swirl of robes, reappearing at the back of the Hall. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z He steps forward, getting into my dad’s face. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z She took a step forward, then stopped as he drew a damp dress through his fist. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z Redemption didn’t answer, and Pet bent its head toward him, taking a soundless step forward, its voice low and echoed and urgent. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z She stepped forward on the vast stage at the top of the world and bowed to her immense audience. Julie of the Wolves 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z Although both Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton were deceased, other leaders were ready to step forward. 1919 The Year That Changed America 2019-01-08T00:00:00Z My cheeks blush pink as I step forward to receive my award. Like Vanessa 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Before I could answer, my mother stepped forward. Proud 2018-07-24T00:00:00Z All the eyes in the room turn as the girl rises from her seat and steps forward. The Night Circus 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z “Well, then,” I ask, stepping forward, “why did she go? Tell me the truth about my mom.” Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z A petite woman steps forward with an open book in her shaky hands. The Belles 2018-02-06T00:00:00Z I step forward and wrap my arms around him. Divergent 2011-04-25T00:00:00Z The chief justice of the Supreme Court stepped forward to administer the oath of office. Ambushed! 2021-10-12T00:00:00Z Newt stepped forward and dug his hands into the thick ivy, spreading several vines away from the wall to reveal a dust-frosted window, a square about two feet wide. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z The old dog took another reluctant step forward, whining piteously, his expressive tail tucked under. The Incredible Journey 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z I smiled at Connor, stepped forward into the doorway, and entered a cafeteria I had never seen before. Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus 2017-09-05T00:00:00Z My mother stepped forward and gave my father a kind of a smile but then went to shake Mrs.’s hand first. Gone Crazy in Alabama 2015-04-21T00:00:00Z As Harry stepped forward, whispers suddenly broke out like little hissing fires all over the hall. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z Sorrento stepped forward into it, positioning himself directly opposite us, just a few dozen yards away, on the other side of the shield. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z She takes a deep breath, taking two steps back to my one step forward. Five Feet Apart 2018-11-20T00:00:00Z “I know I can’t persuade you to stay,” David said, stepping forward. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z “Sir, on my way here, I was set upon by robbers. They—they destroyed my master’s work—” The assistant stepped forward in anger. A Single Shard 2001-04-23T00:00:00Z Joseph Ryan fumbled in his pocket and produced a business card, and after a brief hesitation, Mia took a single step forward and stretched her arm to take it. Little Fires Everywhere 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z He took two steps forward before stopping, as if he’d been about to charge and attack Thomas. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z Francis’ grumbles did not disturb me, however, because further refining of our latest backbone without a solution to the bases would not represent a real step forward. Double Helix 1968-02-27T00:00:00Z A girl steps forward to belt out the high notes. Shine! 2019-11-05T00:00:00Z Only those leaders who had stepped forward at the national level to promote the great cause when its success was still perilous and problematic were eligible. Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation 2000-10-17T00:00:00Z Thomas stepped forward, eager to meet him and ask questions. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z Closing his eyes, gripping Dumbledore’s arm as tightly as he could, he stepped forward into that feeling of horrible compression. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z The mayor steps forward and presents us each with a plaque that’s so large I have to put down my bouquet to hold it. Catching Fire 2009-09-01T00:00:00Z Taking a step forward, she saw that the man crossing the field was much closer now. The Devil's Arithmetic 1988-01-01T00:00:00Z She took one step forward and bumped into a wall that shouldn’t have been there. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z “Yes, thank you,” I mutter as I step forward into the chamber of doom. Like Vanessa 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z So I step forward and join Caroline at the human wall. Linked 2021-07-20T00:00:00Z Once the noise faded, Judy Treankler, one of the most popular girls in our class, stepped forward and introduced her skit. Breaking Through 2001-08-27T00:00:00Z Clytius stepped forward, holding his sword casually at his side as if they were comrades rather than enemies. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z The time had come for the teachers to step forward, Reese declared. Because They Marched 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z Derek stepped forward, his face so red he put tomatoes to shame. Bone Gap 2015-03-03T00:00:00Z The Assassin stepped forward, materializing from the tree line as if out of thin air. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z I stood up and stepped forward to accept my award. Like Vanessa 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z The young man stepped forward, and she instinctively mirrored the gesture by moving back. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z I’m just about to step forward and lift her down when she opens her eyes, removes her left hand from the pole, and in one graceful movement swings around so she’s facing the audience. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z The horse shook her head, stepped forward, and nudged his chest with her nose. Bone Gap 2015-03-03T00:00:00Z I stepped forward again—only to stop when the edge of a spear gently touched my neck. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z He took a step forward and touched his fingertip to my cheek, to the bone that curved just under my left eye. The Book of Unknown Americans 2014-06-03T00:00:00Z As Smith cinched the girth of Woolf’s kangaroo- leather saddle around Seabiscuit’s belly, Marcela stepped forward, clutching a medal of Saint Christopher, patron saint of travelers. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z At the new tremor in his words two night riders, young bucks both, stepped forward to crowd Ridgeway. The Underground Railroad: A Novel 2016-08-02T00:00:00Z “I know. He’s nothing more than a big spoiled puppy,” the young man said, stepping forward. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z He stepped forward and slapped me, hard, across the face. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z He stepped forward and tucked the barrel of his shotgun under Wash’s chin. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z They lined up again and stepped forward, but this time it was Kurtsinger who reined out. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z She felt a moment’s surprise when her uncle stepped forward to line the psalm. The Witch of Blackbird Pond 1958-12-01T00:00:00Z And when the well of grief is momentarily dry, he steps forward and kisses me on the forehead. If I Stay 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z Then a girl in a blue dress steps forward, away from the crowd. Hello, Universe 2017-03-14T00:00:00Z Aunt Lydia stands up, smooths down her skirt with both hands, and steps forward to the mike. The Handmaid's Tale 1985-01-01T00:00:00Z Bitter stepped forward, her gaze flickering between Jam and Pet’s motionless face. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z As he took a step forward to join his friend, his body jolted to a stop. A Wish in the Dark 2020-03-24T00:00:00Z The choir teacher bangs out some French-sounding song on the piano, and Simon steps forward, hand on his heart. Leah on the Offbeat 2018-04-24T00:00:00Z He took another step forward and his shoe hit a mattress. The Thief Lord 2002-09-01T00:00:00Z She took a few steps forward, her chain dragging in the dirt, her tail still. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z Jem drew the service to a close by asking all who wished to be united with Christ to step forward. Go Set a Watchman: A Novel 2015-07-14T00:00:00Z “Attention, all! You have been selected for gleaning today. You are commanded to step forward and meet your demise.” Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z Amber steps forward with one hand on her jutting right hip as Violet and I approach my locker. Love, Hate & Other Filters 2018-01-16T00:00:00Z Now he stepped forward, and folded his arms across his chest. American Gods 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z Then she took a step forward and with her fully extended arm pointed the tip of the sword right at the center of his masked face. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z The man of fire and smoke took two large steps forward and exploded into a vortex of heat and wind. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z “One of you, the other of you, I don’t care. Whichever one wants to die, step forward.” The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge 2018-09-25T00:00:00Z Like him, I am willing to step forward, unafraid of who or what lies ahead. The Freedom Writers Diary 1999-10-12T00:00:00Z He waved her past, but as Inej stepped forward she stumbled. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z Clancy, who apparently had never been taught about respecting someone’s personal space, took a step forward, and I took a step back, off the porch, my feet sinking into the sticky mud. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z Barry wished he could find the courage to step forward and say, “Get off my property!” I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 2011-04-01T00:00:00Z He took a step forward, but something stopped him, something his heart was whispering. Breadcrumbs 2011-09-27T00:00:00Z The shepherd’s got blood on his mouth and jaws, and as Dad takes another step forward, it leaps over the fence, same way it got in, and takes off through the woods. Shiloh 1991-01-01T00:00:00Z Ben steps forward and takes the pendant from my hand. The Last Cuentista 2021-10-12T00:00:00Z I stepped forward slowly, not blinking, watching the Shear as if it might attack. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z “Excuse me,” said Lyra, stepping forward in her best polite way, as if the housekeeper of Jordan College were glaring at her. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z Nevertheless, I would argue that in science one step back always results in two steps forward and there are no clear cases where the loss outweighs the gain. The Invention of Science 2015-09-17T00:00:00Z “Don’t nod. And whatever you do, don’t go the wrong way and step forward instead of back. I’ll count you off. On three.” All The Bright Places 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z He stepped forward; but Boromir stood irresolute and did not follow. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z He only steps forward, places his hands on my shoulders, and looks very seriously into my eyes. I Am the Messenger 2002-01-10T00:00:00Z “She’s supposed to be, but—” One of the boys stepped forward and prodded the light with a finger. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z Every time I see Maxine, it is two steps forward, two steps back. Piecing Me Together 2017-02-14T00:00:00Z Jonathan took a few tentative steps forward, then stopped and turned. The Fighting Ground 1984-04-01T00:00:00Z A short man wearing glasses and a waiter’s apron stepped forward from the crowd of marchers. A Wish in the Dark 2020-03-24T00:00:00Z Then this one great step forward was pushed two steps back. Big Science 2015-07-07T00:00:00Z When they were through with most of the good-byes, the chief mate stepped forward and presented Sefia with a thin wooden wand, straight and smooth. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z He stepped forward and placed the shoes on top of the blankets and stepped back. The Road 2006-09-28T00:00:00Z “Why the hell this fool waving at you?” one of Junito’s boys says, stepping forward like he’s ready to start something. Like Vanessa 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z She took a few wobbly steps forward, then firmed up her stride. Shadowshaper 2015-06-30T00:00:00Z I did not step forward with the wine bottle. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z Lee steps forward and plants a kiss on my forehead. Dumplin' 2015-09-15T00:00:00Z Stub McMillin was the team captain now, so he cleared his throat and stepped forward as their spokesman. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics 2014-05-27T00:00:00Z He who was not Menda stepped forward and lay both hands on the iron head of the hammer. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z And even though he wanted to run—everything inside him screamed to flee—he stepped forward so that he was standing shoulder to shoulder with Frankie. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z The Keeper stepped forward into the center of the Circle and held up her hand, but Cole ignored her. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z He shook his head, stepping forward to buy the food. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z He checked himself with difficulty so as not to spin around, but he went off his balance again and took two or three staggering steps forward before he was able to stand up straight. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z The horse would take a step forward and then a step back, as if he could scent something enticing in the warm air of the spring evening but could not tell what the scent was. Norse Mythology 2017-02-07T00:00:00Z He took one step forward, keeping his eyes on the meat loaf. Wish 2016-08-30T00:00:00Z Alec had already stepped forward and grabbed the wheel tightly with both hands, preparing as though it wouldn’t budge. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z A moment later, he’s here, and Roshan is stepping forward to greet him. Warcross 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z I took a step forward, and it was my first time in Queens. Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close 2005-04-01T00:00:00Z Two crewmen pushed the burning raft away from the ship, and Jules stepped forward, twisting her cap in her hands. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z Dizzy, she stumbled a step forward to keep from falling. Lyddie 1991-02-01T00:00:00Z The fourth climbs to his feet and steps forward. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z Then Joe stepped forward: “If you put him in the boat, Coach, we will pull him across the line. Just strap him in. He can just go along for the ride.” The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics 2014-05-27T00:00:00Z Before we can say anything, Michael steps forward. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z He reminded us that Dwayne Slater had made the ultimate sacrifice for his country, had died for all of us, before the white-gloved soldiers stepped forward to fold the Stars and Stripes covering the casket. Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet 2007-04-30T00:00:00Z I approach cautiously—then a woman steps forward. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z Then Mother took a deep breath, stepped forward, and said in a commanding voice, “Even when we’re being overcharged?” Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z Instead of stepping aside, he took a single step forward, and, as if punting a football, he kicked the sow squarely in her fat jowly chops so hard that she fumbled the chicken. The Milagro Beanfield War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z The traffic began to clear a little, and she waited, rubbing the scar on her right palm. and took a step forward into the light. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z I stepped forward to drop my pack and set up, but Miig grabbed my shoulder, holding me there for a moment. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z He looked at her sadly, and stepped forward, because that was his part this time. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Before he even said anything, Drew took a step forward. Here to Stay 2018-09-08T00:00:00Z A guard stepped forward, his arms crossed, leaning casually against the wall as if he waited for Serakeen’s victims every night. The Reader 2016-01-12T00:00:00Z I saw the angels, or at least I imagined I saw them, watching us scrap, stepping forward and catching the car batteries or jagged lengths of steel tubing that Dad launched across the yard. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z With two rats flanking him, the Father Abbot stepped forward in a slow, dignified manner. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z The Kapos arrived, shouting: “All specialists—locksmiths, carpenters, electricians, watchmakers—one step forward!” Night 1955-01-01T00:00:00Z The bearded man took a step forward, but he still brandished his sword before him. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z I tried to keep my vision straight as I took the tiniest step forward. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z I step forward and my mother’s ghost head turns, watching me. Ninth Ward 2010-08-16T00:00:00Z The kindly inspector with the granite face must have thought he had been indulgent enough, for he stepped forward to brush away Cecilia’s hand and interpose himself. Atonement 2001-09-20T00:00:00Z I put my foot in front of me and took a tentative step forward. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z “Sure,” I said with false bravery, and stupidly took a step forward which was a mistake, because next to my foot was a bucket filled with thick human fluids. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z I step forward, realizing Director Van Helsing may have done me a favor when he decided to demote me. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z When he jerks his thumb at some unfortunate, Blackie steps forward to take care of it. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z “Really?” said Harry, taking a step forward and gazing into the smoothly arrogant face that, for all its pallor, still resembled her sister’s. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z The guards pointed to the man with the knife, and he stepped forward. The Ugly One 2013-06-11T00:00:00Z The girls’ mother stepped forward and reached for my hands, as if she and I could ever be friends. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z Keeping his eyes fixed on Brute’s, Julius, calling on all his courage, forced his foot to take a step forward. Tiger, Tiger 2004-10-04T00:00:00Z I stepped forward and gave him the meals. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z As I stepped forward she looked down at me and stopped. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z I step forward and wrap my arms around him, though he doesn’t return my embrace. Like Vanessa 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z I took another step forward and challenged him, “Come on, Erik, let’s see if you can do any better with me than you did with Tino.” Tangerine 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z But the woman stepped forward and offered both her hands to him. Gregor the Overlander 2003-09-01T00:00:00Z As soon as Min had left the yard, Crane-man stepped forward to examine the container. A Single Shard 2001-04-23T00:00:00Z I smiled and stepped forward, Mother Marsh pulling at my ankles. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z I nodded, swallowed, then took a step forward and dropped the backpack into his straining hand. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z He squinted and took a step forward to get a better look as a wave of hot air swept over him. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z He carefully estimated the distance, closed that window, stepped forward four paces, and held up the knife again. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z One step forward, a quick glance at Elinor, who luckily had her back turned, and she was right beside the display case. Inkheart 2003-09-23T00:00:00Z August smacks her from behind, and Rosie hurries a few steps forward. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z He took two steps forward, then froze as a searchlight directed from a tower he hadn’t even seen rolled past, inches away. Stormbreaker 2000-09-04T00:00:00Z Percy stepped forward to confront the monster—then realized he’d just thrown his weapon away. The Mark of Athena 2012-10-02T00:00:00Z Thomas grabs my shoulder before I can step forward. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z Seeing Cole’s eyes open, Edwin and Garvey stepped forward, one on each side of his bed. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z Croy stepped forward and kicked the section of branch away from the track. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z Only then did Hecate step forward, her torches raised. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z Kamau took a step forward, visible pain rippling across his face. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z But then he remembered how Sister Benedicta had faced down the men and stepped forward again. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z One by one, adults and children stepped forward for vaccination. Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam 2018-04-10T00:00:00Z “We have a gift for her, from her old friend Miss Joseph,” Kalinda says, stepping forward. Hurricane Child 2018-03-27T00:00:00Z A man with a bull hook steps forward. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z “I want each one of you to step forward, wring it like I showed, and get outta here. I’ll see you August seven. Six A.M. sharp. Let’s go.” Wringer 1997-08-16T00:00:00Z But Mark had only taken one step forward when there was a click, followed by the blinding beam of a flashlight pointed directly at Mark and Alec. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z As the three of us stepped forward, preparing to enter the gate, I heard an earsplitting boom. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z Then Tyr, Odin’s son, sighed, and stepped forward and raised his right hand. Norse Mythology 2017-02-07T00:00:00Z When she finally settled on dairy, Felix stepped forward to pick up the check. Millionaires for the Month 2020-09-01T00:00:00Z Her mouth was dry, but she took one shaky step forward. The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z A boy stepped forward, no older than Bran. A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z The boy backed up, then took a step forward, a slow-motion cha-cha. Far from the Tree 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z Secretly, he was disappointed that the engineers of America had not yet stepped forward with some novel but feasible scheme to eclipse Eiffel’s achievement. The Devil in the White City 2003-02-11T00:00:00Z Keeping her hand against it, she turned left a little and took another step forward. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z Dimple took what she hoped was a menacing step forward, map held out as a weapon. When Dimple Met Rishi 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Someone had to step forward and do something. Bodega Dreams 2000-03-14T00:00:00Z Willie hung back shyly against the wall, but Highboy stepped forward and bowed formally. The Heart is a Lonely Hunter 1940-07-29T00:00:00Z Normally players would bend both knees and step forward as they released the bowl. Ugly 2013-08-20T00:00:00Z Before Francie could speak up, a neighborhood bully, a boy of eighteen known as Punky Perkins, stepped forward and ordered the man to chuck the tree at him. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z “It is us,” I said, stepping forward to receive a hug. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z A man with scabrous lesions spanning his cheeks stepped forward. Hollow City 2014-01-14T00:00:00Z Esme smiled and stepped forward as well, reaching for my hand. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z No matter what the cost, he decided he had to step forward, “if I was to erase my name from the bombs which fall over North or South Vietnam, from the canisters of napalm.” Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam 2018-04-10T00:00:00Z Uncle Al gazes upon her and I like his expression so little I step forward until I’m between them. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z I took a few steps forward, walking blindly now, unthinking, yet my mind registering it all vividly. Invisible Man 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z Several men stepped forward from the crowd to help lift the crate. Charlotte's Web 1952-10-15T00:00:00Z The Santos goalie stepped forward to cut off his attack. Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference 2009-04-21T00:00:00Z Koffi's words echoed against the stone walls of the garden as the figure stepped forward, face still obscured. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z One by one, the boys stepped forward and said their names. Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference 2009-04-21T00:00:00Z A huge step forward in my rover research. The Martian 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z The man stepped forward into the light and took off his hat. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z Luna unhooked her arm from her grandmother and stepped forward. The Girl Who Drank the Moon 2016-08-09T00:00:00Z Little Mary stepped forward and held the doll high in the air. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z He stared at me with a strange expression on his face and took a few steps forward, reaching out for me; I took a few steps back in response. Made You Up 2015-05-19T00:00:00Z Juanita stepped forward and put her hand on our mother’s shoulder. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z She stepped forward in the hallway, into another gust of wind, which stung her cheeks and face with invisible sand, sharp as needles, sharp as glass. Coraline 2002-02-24T00:00:00Z As the announcer introduced us to the audience, we stepped forward and waved. Courage to Soar 2016-11-15T00:00:00Z I stepped forward, pushing Ruth ahead as I went. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z A young man stepped forward into the ring of trainees and presented himself to the sergeant, bowing slightly before saluting and calling out loudly, “Sir!” Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel 1994-09-12T00:00:00Z But instead of responding, Charity steps forward and closely examines Jacqui’s face. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z I thought I had a fair share of the cheering section, and I was feeling pretty good about it until Richie stepped forward, fists raised. X: A Novel 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z I step forward and retrieve Twill’s gun before lowering my bow, though. Catching Fire 2009-09-01T00:00:00Z She took a small step forward, keeping her hands behind her back. Ophie's Ghosts 2021-05-18T00:00:00Z He stepped forward and whispered something in the horse’s ear, then walked away. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z He stepped forward and made a low bow. We Were Liars 2014-05-13T00:00:00Z He stepped forward, whipped a napkin away from me, then threw it on the floor. Worth 1998-06-01T00:00:00Z Oh, Liberty, unfold your brilliant bow, Sinita was to step forward, show her brilliant bow. In the Time of the Butterflies 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z So as Vindie sat down—even before the mayor could say “Next”—she stood up and stepped forward. The City of Ember 2003-05-01T00:00:00Z The Free African Society was the one and only group to step forward and offer its services. An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 2003-06-23T00:00:00Z The two guards who followed them everywhere stepped forward. The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge 2018-09-25T00:00:00Z Mrs. Corcoran—Patrick on one side, sober Ted on the other—stepped forward. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z He steps forward to place a square piece of metal on the floor in front of my chair. Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z She put one hand on the hip of her polyester slacks and took a few steps forward. Hope Springs 2021-08-10T00:00:00Z He advanced with his spear held in front ci him, and the hounds, encouraged by their master, stepped forward with him pace by pace. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z Fans brought heaps of flowers, and a woman stepped forward and braided ribbons into Seabiscuit’s mane while he posed for the inevitable photographers. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z ‘Nike,’ Hazel said, stepping forward slowly, ‘you’re confused, like all the gods. The Greeks and Romans are on the verge of war. It’s causing your two aspects to clash.’ Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z The giant Alcyoneus stepped forward, his reptilian feet shaking the ground. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z The foreman and bricklayer grunted threats and stepped forward. Tiger Boy 2015-10-01T00:00:00Z Juanita stepped forward to take a better look at the wooded area being illuminated. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z I step forward and sit in the kitchen chair Mother has pulled up to the Netbook. The Adoration of Jenna Fox 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z Luckily, her manners snapped into place, and she stepped forward and offered her hand to Diane. Far from the Tree 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z Now that he was sure the machine worked, Dad motioned for Luke to take over, and Luke, ever eager to please, stepped forward. Educated 2018-02-20T00:00:00Z “Ow,” Viola says, stretching out her legs as she steps forward. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z Niles steps forward and plunges the needle into Tobias’s neck, squeezing the cloudy, bluish liquid into his veins. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z He takes a step forward, the ground disconcertingly soft beneath his feet. The Night Circus 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z Sorrento stepped forward, holding out his copy of the Crystal Key. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z He stepped forward uneasily, then held his position on the threshold. Native Speaker 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z My grandfather stepped forward and handed Ultima the purse of silver which was required by custom. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z Mr. Galanter shouted, “Goldberg, move in!” and Sidney Goldberg, our shortstop, took two steps forward and moved a little closer to third base. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z He asked prisoners to step forward if they were infested. Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West 2013-03-26T00:00:00Z His grip on the dagger tightened, and he took a step forward. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z I held Helena behind me and took a step forward. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z The other boy steps forward, wipes his palms on his jeans, and then stuffs them in his pockets, apparently deciding not to offer one after all. The Adoration of Jenna Fox 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z I didn't know why, till my father stepped forward. Seedfolks 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z At announcement time, Chiron stepped forward and raised his goblet. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z My father stepped forward and began a speech as stuffed with words as an actor’s coat is stuffed with bombast to make him fat. Ophelia 2006-10-31T00:00:00Z The skeletal soldiers all took one step forward, making their weapons ready. The Lightning Thief 2005-07-01T00:00:00Z They approached the forbidding wall of blue metal, and their reflections stepped forward to meet them. Strange the Dreamer 2017-03-28T00:00:00Z George Blake stepped forward, out of the gray zone of the double agent, and chose to make the communist East his home. Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z I stepped forward, my sneakers making that weird sound you hear when something comes unstuck. The Boy in the Black Suit 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z The nurse took a step forward and held out her hand. The Great Gatsby 1925-04-10T00:00:00Z Then the guards stepped forward, and Faramir opened the casket, and he held up an ancient crown. The Return of the King 1955-10-20T00:00:00Z Nok swiped her staff from the ground and stepped forward, standing between Pong and the guards. A Wish in the Dark 2020-03-24T00:00:00Z Twig gave Dari a look of disappointment and stepped forward. The Science of Breakable Things 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z Two guards flanked the gate, and they stepped forward as she approached. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z “I’ll step forward and leave it on the ground, then back up. All right?” Allegiant 2013-10-22T00:00:00Z But she nodded and said, “Okay, Jinny. Okay,” as Sam stepped forward and put an arm around her shoulder, curled her into a small hug. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z “We can all leave,” Rashid said calmly, taking a step forward. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z I take a step forward, just the one. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z He stepped forward, and the pair shook hands. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z Mo took a step forward as if to go to Dustfinger’s aid, but Basta barred his way, a knife in his hand. Inkheart 2003-09-23T00:00:00Z Finally, a middle-aged woman in a blue plaid shirtwaist dress stepped forward. It All Comes Down to This 2017-07-11T00:00:00Z Amelia steps forward, into the middle of the doorway. I Can Make This Promise 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z Suddenly the blind old woman in her rickrack dressing gown and with her thin gray hair plaited into a rat’s tail stepped forward and pushed Vellya Paapen with all her strength. The God of Small Things 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z Her father, on the path below, took a step forward, and his crow dæmon raised her wings once or twice, but he stayed where he was. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z When I prodded him with the gun through my coat, he got the message and stepped forward. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z Hugh stepped forward, squinting, and after a moment his face went strange. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z Then, as Mercy stepped forward, one shoulder dipped and jerked back grotesquely, and Kit realized that she leaned on crutches. The Witch of Blackbird Pond 1958-12-01T00:00:00Z I start to step forward, but Apa rushes in past me. A Step from Heaven 2001-04-30T00:00:00Z We would step forward and peer at the white-gloved forefinger and at the tiny smidgin of dust that lay on it, and we would remain silent. Boy: Tales of a Childhood 1984-01-01T00:00:00Z Barb steps forward, grabbing my shoulders and pushing me gently back down onto the bed before I can fully stand. Five Feet Apart 2018-11-20T00:00:00Z Amber steps forward—eyes gazing ahead, shoulders back, slight smile on her face—looking exactly how Du Barry trained us to. The Belles 2018-02-06T00:00:00Z As Chronicler stared dumbly at the ruined weapon the mercenary took a step forward and laid his empty hand lightly on the scribe’s shoulder. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z I rise from my chair and step forward. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z Katherine takes a step forward but I put her to the side, handing her the shotgun I hold. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z I stepped forward, past the gate to the walk, and then toward the steps. Flowers for Algernon 1959-05-01T00:00:00Z I step forward, my usual hesitation giving way to a tiny spark of confidence. Love, Hate & Other Filters 2018-01-16T00:00:00Z But then Mom steps forward, in some kind of trance... Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z Hazel stepped forward, shooting a glance behind her as she went. Breadcrumbs 2011-09-27T00:00:00Z Thandiwe took a step forward and her arm trembled as she raised it to point at the iron monster. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z “I can drive you,” Mom says, stepping forward to reach her purse hanging on the hooks by the front door. Saints and Misfits 2017-06-13T00:00:00Z Malcolm tried to step forward, but the cave was revolving in his vision. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z For progress often comes to a halt, and in many fields of life one step forward results in two steps back. The Invention of Science 2015-09-17T00:00:00Z When Ms. Rochambeau finishes up a conversation with one of the girls who’s obsessed with getting a 100, I step forward. The Benefits of Being an Octopus 2018-09-04T00:00:00Z Two steps forward, my hands are hovering above the bars. The Running Dream 2011-01-11T00:00:00Z No one from the TLA had stepped forward to take control, and the capital was falling apart. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z He took a step forward, intending to give the boy a reassuring pat on the shoulder or mutter some word of apology. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z His eyes burn with questions as he takes another step forward. The Belles 2018-02-06T00:00:00Z She took a careful step forward, over the icy blood. Salt to the Sea 2016-02-02T00:00:00Z She was the one who, when she saw how the midwife was about to put a blanket over my face and declare me stillborn, stepped forward and held out her hands. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z He took a step forward, his hands coiling into fists, close to tears. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Grand High Witch took a quick step forward, and when she spoke again, it was in a voice that made my blood run cold. The Witches 1983-10-27T00:00:00Z I knew that it was stupid, that I wouldn’t get the sun off me by stepping forward. The Stranger 1989-03-13T00:00:00Z But when we got to this part, Sinita kept on stepping forward and didn’t stop until she was right in front of Trujillo’s chair. In the Time of the Butterflies 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z Three of the men stepped forward, and reached out to Bear. Crispin: The Cross of Lead 2002-06-01T00:00:00Z He stepped forward, his dark eyes fixed on Jason. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z She steps forward, pushes her hair away from her ear. Red, White & Royal Blue 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z She looked at me and her gaze made me step forward. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z A tall man stepped forward, towering over the much smaller Mr. Ebgard. Hattie Big Sky 2006-09-26T00:00:00Z He urged the migrants to step forward and report abuses. Enrique's Journey 2006-02-21T00:00:00Z The detective sighs and looks around before taking a step forward and lowering her voice. Dear Martin 2017-10-17T00:00:00Z “You won’t,” he says, stepping forward, his fists clenched by his sides. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z In the same instant, Falconer stepped forward and thrust at Mr. Armin's unprotected chest. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z Ivy took a step forward because Layla was still her sister and sisters needed each other when things like this happened. Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z She knots her arms in front of her chest and takes a couple steps forward, looking serious. How to Disappear Completely 2020-04-28T00:00:00Z Each time Maniac stepped back, the kid stepped forward. Maniac Magee 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z By now, voting-age adults were stepping forward and volunteering to join the cause of voter registration. Because They Marched 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z Tammi took another step forward, but I leveled the tip of my sword at her chest “Get back.” The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z One of them, a stringy woman with a nose like a pig’s, stepped forward. The Inquisitor's Tale 2016-09-27T00:00:00Z My Noise is so ugly and my face so twisted she hesitates a little but then she takes another step forward. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z It's not much of a deal but still a giant step forward from ten minutes ago when we had no guide at all. The Hunger Games 2008-09-14T00:00:00Z He’s the one who steps forward, out of the group, in front of us, blocking our way. The Handmaid's Tale 1985-01-01T00:00:00Z Professor McGonagall now stepped forward holding a long roll of parchment. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z One person stepped forward to answer the challenge, unquestionably the oldest, probably the wisest, member of the revolutionary generation. Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation 2000-10-17T00:00:00Z One stood back while the other stepped forward warily. Uglies 2005-02-08T00:00:00Z The line moves, but my feet step forward without my say-so. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z After she cleared from the arena, the ringmaster stepped forward and lifted his hands, quelling the audience’s deafening applause. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z I stepped forward to get a better look at him and regretted it almost immediately, because his hands were grubby and he reached over to offer me a handshake. Summer of the Mariposas 2012-10-20T00:00:00Z Briares did the same with all one hundred hands, which sounded like an army marching three steps forward. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z A man disentangled himself from the black-and-white mass of players and took a step forward. The Chosen 1967-04-28T00:00:00Z Ekon stepped forward, the hall’s torchlight casting one side of his face in shadow. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z “No more stealing our money, beating us up, or calling us names,” said Masood, stepping forward. Shooting Kabul 2010-06-22T00:00:00Z I step forward, closing the gap between our bodies, stand on tiptoe and kiss his lips. The Girl on the Train 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z She stood up real straight—putting iron in her back, Gran used to call it—and then she stepped forward. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z She put the golden Ping-Pong ball in the basket and stepped forward, only to have the raksha stick out his hand. Aru Shah and the End of Time 2018-03-27T00:00:00Z She stepped forward to the contestant’s podium, which had a skeleton in a school uniform hunched over it. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z Dany looked away from the coupling, frightened when she realized what was happening, but a second warrior stepped forward, and a third, and soon there was no way to avert her eyes. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z “Two steps forward sometimes requires one step back.” Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z She stepped forward, she touched him on the shoulder. Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z Pullum stepped forward and took the microphone, putting his arm around my shoulders and squeezing so I wouldn’t walk away. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks 2010-02-02T00:00:00Z The Director steps forward, fists clenched, sweat shining on his forehead. Internment 2019-03-07T00:00:00Z Koffi tried not to tremble as she took yet another step forward. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z I step forward and almost touch it but pull back. The Adoration of Jenna Fox 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z My mother’s face darkened, and my father stepped forward. Kira-Kira 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z "I've already sold the jewels," he explained as the others stepped forward reverently. The Thief Lord 2002-09-01T00:00:00Z And then she was stepping forward, pulling the three of them into her arms. Far from the Tree 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z I took a step forward; it was a portrait of me looking out from a magazine page. Invisible Man 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z The Goober started to step forward in protest. The Chocolate War 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z When Just Renee tossed the pillowcase aside to expose the snakebite, Gen stepped forward and crouched next to them. Hello, Universe 2017-03-14T00:00:00Z Fred scrambled around, cramming them back into his pocket, then gave the Dursleys a cheery wave, stepped forward, and walked right into the fire, saying “the Burrow!” Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z And since I’d indicated I was his, no one was stepping forward to interfere. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z Before he could complain, she stepped forward and politely thanked the old couple. Finding Junie Kim 2021-05-04T00:00:00Z “I will produce him first—he is on the spot. Mr. Mason, have the goodness to step forward.” Jane Eyre 1847-10-16T00:00:00Z She steps forward and bends down to meet his eyes. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z She stepped forward so that she stood over them, and placed the tip of her wand on their linked hands. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z He steps forward but stumbles against the pulpit. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z It was a big step forward in the ranks of the Fishery, a step toward gaining the rank of Re’lar, and more importantly, my financial freedom. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z Octavian stepped forward to speak, but Reyna shot him a withering look. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z She steps forward a bit and says, “Yes, and I’m so lucky to work with them.” Piecing Me Together 2017-02-14T00:00:00Z We moved a step forward in line, toward the beacon of flashes at the photographer’s booth. Winger 2013-05-14T00:00:00Z My brother stepped forward and smiled at me. A Very Large Expanse of Sea 2018-10-16T00:00:00Z Liam tried to take another step forward, but I pressed back against his chest. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z Felix stepped forward, and for the first time, he got to select his basketball team. Millionaires for the Month 2020-09-01T00:00:00Z Jake roars at them as he steps forward next to me. Internment 2019-03-07T00:00:00Z The smell is overpowering, but I step forward and push the door open a bit. Will Grayson, Will Grayson 2010-04-06T00:00:00Z Each step forward became more reluctant than the last. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z I step forward first with my left leg, my good leg, as I’m accustomed to doing. Lucky Broken Girl 2017-04-11T00:00:00Z Howard Billiman started to step forward, then hesitated and stood where he was. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z I took another step forward, and he raised his head to look at me. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z Odin returned to the great hall, and he ordered Loki’s daughter to step forward. Norse Mythology 2017-02-07T00:00:00Z I waited for her to step forward so that I could learn it. Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z I stepped forward, and the gun came with me. The Rock and the River 2009-01-06T00:00:00Z I think I’ve made myself very clear, but no one’s stepping forward to stop me. Thirteen Reasons Why 2007-10-18T00:00:00Z She became visible at once and stepped forward smiling happily, because Yambe-Akka was merry and lighthearted and her visits were gifts of joy. The Subtle Knife 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z “You brought a snack?” he asked, his expression incredulous as he took an involuntary step forward. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z He took two steps forward and kind of hovered right in front of me for a second, and then he kissed me. When You Reach Me 2009-07-14T00:00:00Z “And mine,” said twenty-eight other voices as every single one of the Library Olympians stepped forward to hand Mr. Peckleman their orange prize coupons. Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics 2016-01-05T00:00:00Z A few others step forward, in Candor black and white, but not many. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z Suddenly, one of the men stepped forward, caught him by the arm, and pulled him out of the ranks. Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z Lyddie glared straight into the bear’s eyes, daring him to step forward into the cabin. Lyddie 1991-02-01T00:00:00Z I stepped forward, took a deep breath, and poked her on the shoulder with my plastic scythe. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z And that gave me the courage to step forward. Ready Player One: A Novel 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z But as though he sensed the truth of her condition, and not the determined pluck of her heart, the yellow dog stepped forward. The Birchbark House 1999-07-21T00:00:00Z She reached the bottom of the stairs, and Dorian took a step forward. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z Daddy hobbles two steps forward, towering over me. Like Vanessa 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z Nydia stepped forward, swung her shovel hard, and caught it smack in the chest with a dull thud. Shadowshaper 2015-06-30T00:00:00Z I saw the realization come together behind her eyes, even before the PSF stepped forward and took her arm, yanking her away from the table, and from me. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z I stepped forward and faced them, just as I had seen Luis do. Tangerine 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z The hope was that a guardian would step forward. Counting by 7s 2013-08-29T00:00:00Z Arm took a step forward, but he felt tired, so tired. The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm 1994-04-01T00:00:00Z He took a step forward, and the heavy burning of his anger brushed against Jam’s skin. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z The pilot cut the engine, opened the door, and got out, balanced, and stepped forward on the float to hop onto the sand without getting his feet wet. Hatchet 1987-01-01T00:00:00Z The cat uttered another banshee scream and stepped forward with a stiff-legged, sideways movement, his squinting, terrible eyes fixed on his enormous adversary. The Incredible Journey 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z Nina took another step forward, and Hazel could see her eyes now, see all the things in them. Breadcrumbs 2011-09-27T00:00:00Z Con stepped forward, putting himself between her and the others. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z She steps forward, intercepting me in the middle of the lobby. I Can Make This Promise 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z He raised the light and took another step forward. The Book of Three 1964-03-12T00:00:00Z I figured he was about to toss us into the snow, but then Thalia stepped forward and did something very weird. The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z He stepped forward, muscles tensed, ready to use force if necessary, but she scrambled away, almost tripping onto the dead weeds of her yard. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z Then one of the guards stepped forward and spoke in the Common Speech. The Two Towers 1954-11-11T00:00:00Z If I had been there to stop Thread, he wouldn’t have stepped forward to save Gale. Catching Fire 2009-09-01T00:00:00Z He takes one long step forward, leans down, and tries to rip the necklace from her throat. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z A giant-child stepped forward, so thin he might not have been there, not much bigger than Loki or Thor. Norse Mythology 2017-02-07T00:00:00Z He moves a few steps forward and disappears from view, hidden by the edge of a eucalyptus grove that borders both our properties. The Adoration of Jenna Fox 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z He took another step forward, cutting off Clancy before he could start speaking. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z The man took two steps forward; his boots—exactly like the ones on the table—nudged the back of my standard white slip-ons. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z Mummy stepped forward and hugged you, her grip so tight it left bruises on your shoulders. From Twinkle, with Love 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z A familiar voice, but she couldn’t place it till he stepped forward and the nearest light fell on his face and the hawk daemon on his shoulder. The Golden Compass 1995-07-01T00:00:00Z A furious S. W. Fehmer, chief of Gestapo intelligence in Norway, stepped forward and ordered her to tell him where Haukelid had gone. Bomb 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Shawn stepped forward to inspect the egg, and my head rang with Mom would be so disappointed in me—but then he gave a thumbs-down. The Science of Breakable Things 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z Monsieur Tabard straightened his bow tie and carefully stepped forward. The Invention of Hugo Cabret 2007-01-30T00:00:00Z The time crowded together and at an End of Days I was swinging on the back of the rackety trolley, smiling sweetly and persuading my charges to “step forward in the car, please.” I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z And the man who stepped forward to implement this version of leadership was James Madison. Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation 2000-10-17T00:00:00Z Harry stepped forward and bowed low to the hippogriff without breaking eye contact or blinking. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2005-07-16T00:00:00Z Removing his yellow cloth riding gloves, Grant steps forward and shakes Lee’s hand. Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever 2012-08-01T00:00:00Z Zoe steps forward, sets the photograph down on the train tracks, then moves back to her original position. Allegiant 2013-10-22T00:00:00Z Mr. Grin took a step forward, flipping the knife over so that the blade landed in the flat of his hand. Stormbreaker 2000-09-04T00:00:00Z I countered I stepped forward and tried a thrust of my own. The Lightning Thief 2005-07-01T00:00:00Z The Keeper stepped forward and held her hand out for the feather. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z He took a sudden step forward, grabbed me by the hair, and pulled my face to his. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z And she stepped forward and wrapped her arms around me. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z "It's a big step forward," the intern said. The Westing Game 1979-01-01T00:00:00Z While they were distracted, Emma took a testing step forward, closer to Ms. Morales and the gap in the fences behind her. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z The driver of one of the taxis stepped forward. And Then There Were None 1939-11-06T00:00:00Z I had completely forgotten that after the wedding ceremony Arabella and the medical prince link arms and, speaking in unison, step forward to address to the audience a final couplet. Atonement 2001-09-20T00:00:00Z He slid his hand into mine, and Doc slowly stepped forward toward Mama. Root Magic 2021-01-05T00:00:00Z “Next!” fish man calls out, and Daddy steps forward. Finding Langston 2018-08-14T00:00:00Z As the marines walked, dripping, onto the sand, local schoolgirls stepped forward and placed garlands of red and yellow flowers over their necks. Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War 2015-09-22T00:00:00Z She discarded the pouch and stepped forward into the glittering dust cloud, gripping the crossbow in both hands. Fablehaven 2006-07-30T00:00:00Z April clenched her fists and took a step forward. The Egypt Game 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z Henry steps forward, and Oscar looks him up and down—the Burberry bag, the cooler on his shoulder, the elegant smile, the extended hand. Red, White & Royal Blue 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z One of the Freys stepped forward, a knight long and lean of limb, clean-shaved but for a grey mustache as thin as a Myrish stiletto. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Then Tyson stepped forward, raising his hands defensively. The Sea of Monsters 2006-04-01T00:00:00Z As she stepped forward, the wharf tilted upward, and she felt curiously lightheaded. The Witch of Blackbird Pond 1958-12-01T00:00:00Z He’s stepping forward to me now, standing over me. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z She waves to a nearby servant, who steps forward to remove large sections of Charlotte's hair. The Belles 2018-02-06T00:00:00Z At the sound of his name, Curzon stepped forward from the side of the building where he had been sitting in the shade. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z Suddenly the leader of the group—perhaps he was seventeen— took a step forward. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z He suddenly steps forward, knee bent, and I am stuck in the chest with his blade. Blood on the River 2006-05-04T00:00:00Z Up comes the machete and Matthew steps forward again, threatening enough to start Manchee barking, “Back! Back! Back!” The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z He raised his hand tentatively, and I stepped forward to shake hands with him. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z He stepped forward toward Lincoln, raised his right arm to shoulder height, and extended the pistol forward. Chasing Lincoln's Killer 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z The little boy in white steps forward, holding out the box as he opens the lid. Catching Fire 2009-09-01T00:00:00Z Inaudibly, she spoke again; then, with a quick, impassioned gesture stretched out her arms towards the Savage, stepped forward. Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z I took a few steps forward and then gently lowered myself to the ground. Ugly 2013-08-20T00:00:00Z The judge took the bench, and I stepped forward to speak. Just Mercy 2014-10-21T00:00:00Z He steps forward and lifts the lid to inspect the damage. Before We Were Free 2002-08-13T00:00:00Z He steps forward, opens the trailer door, and walks out. Internment 2019-03-07T00:00:00Z Then Kiakime’s father stepped forward, and holding up a feathered prayer stick, made a long prayer, then threw the stick after the corn meal. Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z It was the Frenchman who, stepping forward, touched his forehead and said, “Merci.” The Fighting Ground 1984-04-01T00:00:00Z The blond man grinned, the bull-necked man lunged, and—yes—even Mr. Dandy took several steps forward. The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z Then Uncle Katsuhisa stepped forward and gently picked up the rose and threw it into the right place. Kira-Kira 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z Florence stepped forward, bowed low and handed an empty cigar box to Horse. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z I stepped forward, and he tensed, probably smelling something was wrong. The Last Olympian 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z Then the Death Eater to the right of Worm- tail stepped forward, and Lucius Malfoy’s voice spoke from under the mask. Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire 2000-07-08T00:00:00Z He steps forward and fumbles with a black box on the desk, taking out a syringe with a needle already attached to it. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z The first guard stepped forward, reaching out to grab Finn. The Strangers 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z Each time I made a step forward, we all moved together. Endangered 2012-10-01T00:00:00Z And then the pudgy kid playing Tiny stands up and takes a step forward, in front of the coach and sings, "What's second base for a gay man?" Will Grayson, Will Grayson 2010-04-06T00:00:00Z She took two long strides, turned back, judged the distance, and took half a step forward. Anya and the Dragon 2019-09-24T00:00:00Z Granddaddy stepped forward, and Mr. Fleming laid it in his palm. The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate 2009-05-12T00:00:00Z Mouth dry, I took a hesitant step forward. The City Beautiful 2021-10-05T00:00:00Z I walk five steps forward and five steps back, five steps forward and five steps back, at the same rhythm, hoping it will help me figure something out. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z He introduced Miss Anderson, and she stepped forward to the bank of microphones. The Voice That Challenged a Nation: Marian Anderson and the Struggle for Equal Rights 2004-05-25T00:00:00Z Then Mama steps forward and bows her head slightly in front of her brother-in-law. Amina's Voice 2017-03-14T00:00:00Z One of the soldiers stepped forward and beckoned the driver of a station wagon to move it closer to the driveway. Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z “But if I don’t step forward, won’t the Thunderhead provide a funeral?” Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z With sudden nerve, I stood up, stepped forward, and picked up the biggest of the nestlings. My Side of the Mountain 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z It moved its whiskered head back and forth with jerky caution, then stepped forward. Touching Spirit Bear 2001-01-09T00:00:00Z The blond policeman steps forward, palm on the door, leaving me with the choice to either let him in or smash his arm. The Light in Hidden Places 2020-03-03T00:00:00Z Grace didn’t even realize she had swayed on her feet until Joaquin was stepping forward to prop her up. Far from the Tree 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z One at a time, with no shoving, the twins stepped forward. Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z He stepped forward, and the white queen pounced. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 1997-06-26T00:00:00Z Mitch takes a step forward, but I squeeze his arm, pulling him back. Dumplin' 2015-09-15T00:00:00Z The Resurrection Stone slipped from between his numb fingers, and out of the corner of his eyes he saw his parents, Sirius, and Lupin vanish as he stepped forward into the firelight. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z She held her staff in front of her and took slow steps forward. A Wish in the Dark 2020-03-24T00:00:00Z Spirits flurried around inside her to rejuvenate whatever damage had been done as she rose and took an uneasy step forward. Shadowshaper 2015-06-30T00:00:00Z My new friend stepped forward to accept her bowl of rice. Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z She stepped forward, getting in my face, and pointed back up the tunnel. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z The middle Fury, the one who had been Mrs. Dodds, stepped forward. The Lightning Thief 2005-07-01T00:00:00Z Mr. Daniels steps forward, putting his hands in his pockets. Fish in a Tree 2015-02-05T00:00:00Z All of a sudden he noticed that the other fellow, the burly one, had stood up and moved a step forward. Cold Sassy Tree 1984-11-02T00:00:00Z Adam drops my hand and steps forward to look at me. If I Stay 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z If you take one step forward or one step to the side she might come out and say where are you going and you don’t know what to answer because you don’t know yourself. Angela's Ashes: A Memoir 1996-09-05T00:00:00Z The whole approach of Vesalius to his subject was, if not exactly revolutionary, a profound step forward from what had gone before. The Scientists 2003-10-21T00:00:00Z He stared at me in silence; evidently he did not believe me, for he took a step forward to test me. Black Boy 1945-01-01T00:00:00Z We understood that we represented the nation and were obligated to step forward and be present when there was tragedy, or hardship, or confusion. Becoming 2018-11-13T00:00:00Z A brave one would take a few steps forward, hold out a hand and scream, “Cadeau!!” before running away in horrified giggles. The Poisonwood Bible 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z I take a small step forward and crane my neck to see what Ma’s pointing at. Dragons in a Bag 2018-10-23T00:00:00Z Nathan stepped forward as Seed Collector held out its crystal fire. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z One of the other men stepped forward—maybe to stop us, maybe to help. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z She gives a hollow laugh and releases me, then steps forward and grabs a pair of Mollies, twin swords as long as a woman’s forearm and wickedly sharp on either side. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z Anthony stepped forward with his hand all ready to pet Oscar, but for some reason Oscar didn't want any part of him. It All Comes Down to This 2017-07-11T00:00:00Z Hazel let her arm fall to her side and took a step forward. Breadcrumbs 2011-09-27T00:00:00Z Otto stepped forward, polite though a little disappointed to decline the present. The Last Last-Day-of-Summer 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z He stepped forward and turned around to face them. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z “I don’t want to be back in their good graces,” he says, stepping forward again. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z My mother stepped forward to make the introductions. Proud 2018-07-24T00:00:00Z I began, only to see him pick up two of the dolls and step forward. Invisible Man 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z Mike steps forward, arms slightly extended to try and hug Violet, but she is clearly going for the fist-bump and ends up punching him in the shoulder. Love, Hate & Other Filters 2018-01-16T00:00:00Z He wanted to tell this creepy thing exactly what he thought of its “game,” but before he could, Koffi stepped forward. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z “I’m sorry, Ophelia,” Aunt Rose said, taking a halting step forward. Ophie's Ghosts 2021-05-18T00:00:00Z He hardly felt brave, but he stepped forward. Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z Ged stepped forward and struck the lord’s hands down with his own, saying as he did so only one short word. A Wizard of Earthsea 1968-11-01T00:00:00Z The stranger stepped forward and reached under his cloak—for the rapier, I feared. The Shakespeare Stealer 1998-05-01T00:00:00Z The thin man smiled and stepped forward and held out his hand. The River 1991-06-01T00:00:00Z The cop took a step forward, but the canister had rolled towards the man, and he stepped on it. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z Jake steps forward and moves the security detail away from me, gently pulling me back from the fridge and placing his hand at the small of my back. Internment 2019-03-07T00:00:00Z Its thick braids touched the ground, and its sharp eyes followed me as I took a deep breath and gingerly stepped forward. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Buttercup took a step forward and said, “If we surrender, freely and without struggle, if life returns to what it was one dusk ago, will you swear not to hurt this man?” The Princess Bride 1973-11-01T00:00:00Z His uncle took an automatic step forward, the back of his hand raised at Redemption’s insolence, but the boy stepped forward as well, his eyes aflame. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z I stepped forward and looked to the ground to see what it was that he wanted me to have. The Ugly One 2013-06-11T00:00:00Z I step forward and peer closely at one of the small puddles, checking for signs of parasites. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z A heavy weight was settling steadily on Frodo’s heart, and he regretted now with every step forward that he had ever thought of challenging the menace of the trees. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z But this time, instead of jumping backward to avoid contact, Reggie stepped forward, allowing the man s forearm, not knife, to make contact with Reggie’s side. The Parker Inheritance 2018-03-27T00:00:00Z I obediently take a step forward and wince as I become aware of the pain behind my right knee. Mockingjay 2010-08-24T00:00:00Z Alfred dropped his right shoulder, took a quick step forward on his right foot, and slammed a short right uppercut into Angel's belly. The Contender 1967-01-01T00:00:00Z Slowly, reluctantly, the robot took another step forward. I, Robot 1950-12-02T00:00:00Z Two more step forward, and there is no more struggling. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z She took a step forward, but Matthias moved in front of her. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z A woman in a bright yellow scarf stepped forward. Hollow City 2014-01-14T00:00:00Z She even steps forward and pats the top of my head. Merci Suárez Changes Gears 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z Chronicler took an eager step forward, sensing victory. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z She stepped forward and took the arm of her son, whose face, with the marks of the stag’s blood like dark slashes in his cheeks, was downcast. Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z Hull stepped forward, his eyebrows arched, but Mr. Jacobs stuck a hand out. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z My heart races and my cheeks get blotchy as I step forward. Merci Suárez Changes Gears 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z If Sister Mukumbu had met us at the airport, we would have felt welcomed as she stepped forward to claim us. One Crazy Summer 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z I watch the different emotions flash across her face— disbelief, joy, confusion—before she takes a step forward. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z The goddess stepped forward, her dark eyes glittering in the torchlight. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z She took a step forward and laid her hand on the stone. The Girl Who Drank the Moon 2016-08-09T00:00:00Z I stepped forward the same moment Liam did, holding my hands out in front of me to keep him from doing something I knew he would regret. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z I stepped forward, broken glass crunching beneath my sneakers. The Science of Breakable Things 2018-03-06T00:00:00Z He thrust his chin out and stepped forward. When Dimple Met Rishi 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Had I made one step forward out of my own shyness Maxim would have told me these things four months, five months ago. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z He stepped forward and bowed to the Queen. Huntress 2011-04-05T00:00:00Z He was frightened, for as he stepped forward he was conscious that these might be the first steps toward those gallows—waiting in the dark beyond the town gates. Johnny Tremain 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z Rodel steps forward and swings the hose and smacks Frederick with it across the shoulder. All the Light We Cannot See 2014-05-06T00:00:00Z “Well, we can’t stay here forever,” said Harry, and he took a step forward. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z A man in a dark suit stepped forward, taking charge. Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z Scythe Chomsky, the largest of them, stepped forward and, without warning, swung his fist, connecting with Rowan’s cheek so hard, he spun around, lost his footing, and fell to the dusty floor. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z It’s Luz, and as she steps forward, we hug, and whisper “Congratulations” in each other’s ears. The Queen of Water 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z Jake steps forward and moves the security detail away from me, gently pulling me back from the fridge and placing his hand at the small of my back. Internment 2019-03-07T00:00:00Z Trish takes Muhammad in for the first time as he steps forward to shake hands with Malcolm, pumping enthusiastically like a goofball politician. Saints and Misfits 2017-06-13T00:00:00Z One of the older archers stepped forward with her bow drawn. The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z Mr. Cantor stepped forward and took the Post-it notes. The View From Saturday 1996-09-01T00:00:00Z Cheesethief stepped forward, wiping imaginary tears from his face with the back of a filthy claw. Redwall 1986-10-23T00:00:00Z A young woman who looked about fifteen stepped forward and held out her arms. Gregor the Overlander 2003-09-01T00:00:00Z Papa stepped forward, a look almost of awe on his face, and then he and Jiichan hugged tightly, which Hanako knew was unusual among Japanese people. A Place to Belong 2019-05-14T00:00:00Z “It’s just a pole,” Henry says, stepping forward. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z The Gran signaled to Valley, Seven, and Thorn to step forward. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z “Joaquin,” she said, then stepped forward and put her hand on his arm. Far from the Tree 2017-10-03T00:00:00Z The undertaker takes a step forward and says, “Open, Says Me.” Amari and the Night Brothers 2021-01-19T00:00:00Z He describes how two Khmer men in their early thirties stepped forward and took the prisoner from the Youns as the crowd cheered again. First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z He steps back, reading it over, and steps forward again. All The Bright Places 2015-01-06T00:00:00Z Now as Belter stood, head down, trembling, an old man stepped forward. The Martian Chronicles 1950-01-01T00:00:00Z The thought of the woods made him bold, and Wash took a step forward, then another. Out of Darkness 2015-09-01T00:00:00Z The picture is complete before I can take two steps forward. The Belles 2018-02-06T00:00:00Z She took a lurching step forward, propping her weight on her one front leg, and looked at Malcolm for a moment more before turning and loping clumsily back into the shadow. The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage 2017-10-19T00:00:00Z Then Bunny shoved his paper bag at Henry and stepped forward to shake my hand. The Secret History 1992-10-16T00:00:00Z Thandiwe shifted behind me, but I ignored her and stepped forward. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z They stepped forward to save lives and relieve suffering, and did so without thought of receiving individual acclaim. An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793 2003-06-23T00:00:00Z Once more he stepped forward, and once more he remained standing outside the door. A Wizard of Earthsea 1968-11-01T00:00:00Z Erik, his head down in total concentration, took two steps forward, like he’s rehearsed a million times. Tangerine 1997-01-01T00:00:00Z I reply, stepping forward, maybe a smidge too excited. Fast Pitch 2021-08-31T00:00:00Z “No!” she said, still possessing Penelope, taking a step forward. Ophie's Ghosts 2021-05-18T00:00:00Z I thought of their voices and I could almost hear them and almost smell the food they pressed into my hands and I took a step forward. The Honest Truth 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z I step forward with a few others and start jogging. Divergent 2011-04-25T00:00:00Z He tapped his toes a couple of times on the sidewalk and then stepped forward and curled up in the duffel. The Honest Truth 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z He stepped forward and held out his hand to me. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z Furious, he stepped forward and lifted a fist as though to strike me. Crispin: The Cross of Lead 2002-06-01T00:00:00Z He stepped forward, out of the shadows, so she could see him in full. Anya and the Nightingale 2020-11-10T00:00:00Z My face burns as Lesedi—a short, compact girl with pretty pink beads at the ends of her braids—steps forward. Beasts of Prey 2021-09-28T00:00:00Z The dwarf seemed on the verge of seizing Gwystyl by his robe and shaking him, but Adaon stepped forward and quickly explained what had occurred at Dark Gate. The Black Cauldron 1965-06-01T00:00:00Z She took a step forward and then started describing how crowded the cars were. The Freedom Writers Diary 1999-10-12T00:00:00Z Snape stepped forward, waved his wand, and the snake vanished in a small puff of black smoke. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets 1998-07-02T00:00:00Z “I thought I asked you to clean her,” he said to Captain Westfall, who stepped forward. Throne of Glass 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z “Come here,” she said, and I took a step forward. Paper Towns 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z But he broke off as Kingsley had stepped forward on the raised platform to address those who had remained behind. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2007-07-21T00:00:00Z If an engineer capable of besting Eiffel did not step forward soon, Burnham knew, there simply would not be enough time left to build anything worthy of the fair. The Devil in the White City 2003-02-11T00:00:00Z The Men took one step forward and stopped short. The Return of the King 1955-10-20T00:00:00Z At the end of the song they step forward, revealing themselves to their opponent while acting out a pose. Starfish 2017-09-26T00:00:00Z Then he stepped forward and spoke loudly to those who hadn’t fled. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z She tried to imagine what it might have been like had Scythe Curie not stepped forward. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z The blond brothers took a step forward, their eyes lighting at the challenge. The Darkest Minds 2012-12-18T00:00:00Z Mom steps forward and shifts on her feet, a baby taking her first walk, and then puts her head in her hands, and her shoulders shake. Better Nate Than Ever 2013-02-05T00:00:00Z The ruddy stout colonel stepped forward vigorously with a sudden idea. Catch-22 1961-11-10T00:00:00Z I started to step forward, but my friend tugged at my dress, and I stopped in my tracks just as Auntie Fatmata called out the family name: “Suma.” Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z “You will tell us why you took them and where they are. One way”—he looked at Thandiwe, who stepped forward with spear and kierie in both hands—“or another.” Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Brandon asked her to take a step forward, then he grabbed the ball. The Parker Inheritance 2018-03-27T00:00:00Z He took a step forward, through the gate that took him out of the graveyard. The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z They took a step forward, for his curious deep eyes seemed to draw them towards him. Mary Poppins 1962-10-27T00:00:00Z I stepped forward and caught her, a little brown thing in bobby socks, holding her against me. Invisible Man 1952-01-01T00:00:00Z At the far end of the hall a silver curtain parted and two young women stepped forward. The Phantom Tollbooth 1961-09-01T00:00:00Z Then he takes two steps forward and braces his hands on the edges of Ainsley’s desk. Shine! 2019-11-05T00:00:00Z Sheed stopped moving, but the beast took a bouncy step forward and poked its snout in his face, stopping short an inch. The Last Last-Day-of-Summer 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z Her conversion might have been a step forward in her eyes, but in the eyes of her mother and siblings it was as if she’d renounced her family and all they stood for. Zeitoun 2009-07-15T00:00:00Z I step forward and open the door, stepping inside. The Last Cuentista 2021-10-12T00:00:00Z I step forward to catch and hold his eyes. You Bring the Distant Near 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z Since he would not go backward into the hail of blows Dill stepped forward at a brisk pace and joined her in the pool. Go Set a Watchman: A Novel 2015-07-14T00:00:00Z He took a giant step forward and stood chest to chest with Aidan. Millionaires for the Month 2020-09-01T00:00:00Z Aureliano, on the other hand, took a step forward and put his hand on it, withdrawing it immediately. One Hundred Years of Solitude 1967-05-30T00:00:00Z I took a step forward, trying to save him from further embarrassment, and placed a hand on his shoulder. Paper Towns 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z A well-dressed Cealdish man smiled at my approach and stepped forward to greet me. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z Tobias steps forward, so Edward s gun is almost against his throat. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z And then Tiny takes a step forward and joins him, harmonizing, and they launch into the greatest musical song I've ever heard. Will Grayson, Will Grayson 2010-04-06T00:00:00Z I took a step forward, and a seam appeared in the middle of the waterfall. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z Even where I hid nearly thirty feet away the wind was so strong that I was forced to take a step forward, as if I’d been pushed roughly from behind. The Name of the Wind 2007-03-27T00:00:00Z When it is your turn, you pull back the fabric and step forward, only to be engulfed by darkness as the curtain closes again. The Night Circus 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z Then, one by one, each boy and girl stepped forward to take the Hitler Youth oath. Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow 2005-04-01T00:00:00Z He stepped forward, wanting to see the Maze for himself, as if the answers were printed on the walls out there. The Maze Runner 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z When he opened the door, I stepped forward, but he grabbed my arm to stop me. Just Mercy 2014-10-21T00:00:00Z The girl in the purple cloak stepped forward. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z Johnny knew he must now step forward, take his oath on the Bible to tell the truth, the whole truth—so help him God. Johnny Tremain 1943-01-01T00:00:00Z When the emergency room clerk asked Beatrice for her stepbrother’s name, address, and phone number, Roy impulsively had stepped forward and blurted his own. Hoot 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z I step forward and take the wooden spoon. A Place at the Table 2020-08-11T00:00:00Z The monster stepped forward, joining its second self, and put a giant foot through a settee not unlike Conor’s grandma’s. A Monster Calls 2011-05-05T00:00:00Z An old, dark-skinned man steps forward, a black box in his hands. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z He took a step forward, so he was standing against the stone slab, and he reached down and closed his fingers around the coldness of the brooch. The Graveyard Book 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z An argument broke out about who would be willing to step forward and do the deed. Beauty Queens 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z Now, even lying down, it was as if his feet were trying to step forward. Counting by 7s 2013-08-29T00:00:00Z The first guard took a cautious step forward. A Wish in the Dark 2020-03-24T00:00:00Z I watched him step forward, knowing that I myself wasn’t ready. Becoming 2018-11-13T00:00:00Z The men named stepped forward one by one. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z So Jinny took a deep breath and stepped forward, leaned in. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Nathan stepped forward and saw thousands of reflections of himself, like a house of mirrors. Healer of the Water Monster 2021-05-11T00:00:00Z He was about to begin moaning aloud when Colonel Korn came to the rescue by stepping forward and taking control. Catch-22 1961-11-10T00:00:00Z Eyeing each other furiously, both scholars stepped forward. The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge 2018-09-25T00:00:00Z I step forward, pulling down my collar so Mr. Gideon can stick the needle in the hollow of my neck. Dread Nation 2018-04-03T00:00:00Z He took a deep breath, scattered the powder into the flames, and stepped forward; the fire felt like a warm breeze; he opened his mouth and immediately swallowed a lot of hot ash. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets 1998-07-02T00:00:00Z "Those who would stay and fight, step forward." A Clash of Kings 1998-11-16T00:00:00Z I took a quick step forward, hiding my face in his graduation robe. Made You Up 2015-05-19T00:00:00Z Seven stepped forward, and Valley grabbed her arm, the cold from her hand going right through Seven’s hoodie. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z Diana took a step forward and glanced down at Tad. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z August steps forward and shoves the door inward. Water for Elephants 2006-05-26T00:00:00Z That was Rawiya, and he saw her step forward as she pushed between two reporters. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z She shuddered, took a step forward, collapsed on the floor. And Then There Were None 1939-11-06T00:00:00Z Jason stepped forward, his hands open in surrender. The House of Hades 2013-10-08T00:00:00Z The horse stepped forward, walking slowly at first, and then breaking into a quick trot. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z Arthur looked on, very pale but silent; when the lid was removed he stepped forward. Dracula 1897-05-26T00:00:00Z Her voice trails off, and I take a step forward, raising my eyebrows, daring her to say it. Five Feet Apart 2018-11-20T00:00:00Z “If you are one of the Divergent, please step forward so that we can hear from you.” Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z Genie took one hesitant step forward, then another, until he saw, tucked between all the foliage, five birdcages all made of wood and wire and set up like small castles. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z When none stepped forward to engage in this strange office, Serjeant Clippinger surveyed us; I was struck with surprise when he called out my name. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z She reached out a trembling hand, took another step forward. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z From the front door of the yellow house, about nineteen steps forward, and twelve steps to the right. As Brave As You 2016-05-03T00:00:00Z After repeating the order one more time, and watching Wes ignore him again, one of the officers stepped forward. The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates 2010-04-27T00:00:00Z When he got hung up, the boys would politely say their own names, then step forward to declare their jersey numbers. Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference 2009-04-21T00:00:00Z He squinted through the window at me and then stepped forward and searched the car on his own. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z Unafraid, Dany stepped forward into the firestorm, calling to her children. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z I step forward so I can close the door behind me, but she doesn't step backward, so now we're almost touching. Will Grayson, Will Grayson 2010-04-06T00:00:00Z Kaisa stood up as well, and she stepped forward and took Ash’s hands in hers and kissed her on both cheeks. Ash 2009-01-01T00:00:00Z John stepped forward into the tightening space of the steps. Native Speaker 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z Chip stepped forward to get a better look. The Parker Inheritance 2018-03-27T00:00:00Z “As I was saying, since the orphan children are not legal. Zola steps forward. “ The Unfinished Angel 2009-09-22T00:00:00Z “The deer is mine,” he said in a firm, menacing voice, and took a step forward. Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z “Now,” he said peremptorily, “step forward, please. One at a time, and no shoving.” Brave New World 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z The elderly woman and the young girl stepped forward, their faces also smiling with delight. When the Sea Turned to Silver 2016-10-04T00:00:00Z She steps forward before I can react and slaps me so hard I see stars. Catching Fire 2009-09-01T00:00:00Z As everyone else stepped back, Frank stepped forward. The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z Pet remained silent, and Redemption took a tentative half step forward. Pet 2019-09-10T00:00:00Z Still, she knew she had to step forward. Orphan Island 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z Rashid glanced at Frankie, then at Z. “Get out of here. I’ll be right behind you,” he said quietly, stepping forward yet again as Diana followed his movements with the gun. Time Bomb 2018-03-13T00:00:00Z She took another step forward and hugged me with her whole body. The Line Tender 2019-04-16T00:00:00Z But the most salient historical fact cannot be avoided: No one stepped forward to call their bluff. Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation 2000-10-17T00:00:00Z Mark took a few steps forward, to the side of the fire pit, and sat down. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z I cleared my throat and stepped forward with my hands up. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky 2019-10-15T00:00:00Z As the ox stopped in front of the village, the father-in-law stepped forward to help the strange animal get off the ox. The Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa 2004-12-07T00:00:00Z I raised my gun and took a few steps forward. The House of the Spirits: A Novel 1982-01-01T00:00:00Z When he poured the last of the pineapple juice down his throat, one of the children stepped forward to ask, “Can we have your can, mister?” Song of Solomon 1977-01-01T00:00:00Z He steps forward and puts his hand on my forearm. Love, Hate & Other Filters 2018-01-16T00:00:00Z Not one of them stepped forward to help or see if the Witchlings were okay. Witchlings 2022-04-05T00:00:00Z The Anne Frank Center USA honors “those who have followed the courage of their convictions to step forward and actively confront anti-Semitism, racism, prejudice, and bias- related violence in their community.” The Freedom Writers Diary 1999-10-12T00:00:00Z The baker’s wife stepped forward and took the flowers as the villagers turned and walked away, leaving her to sort out what was the Devil’s work and what the baker’s. The Midwife's Apprentice 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z Two cantors, one of whom was David’s sister, Shari Preston, stepped forward and sang. The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z Ophie stepped forward and gently set the tray in the woman’s lap. Ophie's Ghosts 2021-05-18T00:00:00Z I step forward and have to catch my balance. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z At this juncture the God of Love himself stepped forward. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes 1942-01-01T00:00:00Z “Sammy,” I want to call out, “keep playing ‘Slow Boat to China,’ but reroute that canoe to Russia,” but instead I just step forward, out of line. Better Nate Than Ever 2013-02-05T00:00:00Z Alec slowed as he approached the room, and carefully stepped forward until he was right next to it, his back pressed against the closed door. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z I step forward, my clumsy feet scuffing the floor, echoing across the stillness. The Adoration of Jenna Fox 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z I say, but the birthmark’s already stepping forward and grabbing my arm. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z He took a step forward and studied her. Breadcrumbs 2011-09-27T00:00:00Z Mark moves another sluggish step forward; the water is up to his waist now. The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin) 2012-08-14T00:00:00Z She walked a step forward and then half turned back toward Dimple. When Dimple Met Rishi 2017-05-30T00:00:00Z I stepped forward and saw that the wrapping read “$10,000,” which seemed impossible, because the stack was so small—a quarter-inch high at the most. Turtles All the Way Down 2017-10-10T00:00:00Z Habib stepped forward and squinted at the row of numbers printed on its side. Shooting Kabul 2010-06-22T00:00:00Z Percy wanted to step forward bravely and say, No, I don’t! The Son of Neptune 2011-10-04T00:00:00Z When Moss took a step forward, she raised her hand. Anger Is a Gift 2018-05-22T00:00:00Z He had stepped forward to shout his accusation, and as he did I heard Ultima’s owl shriek in the dark. Bless Me, Ultima 1972-01-01T00:00:00Z A swift rigidity fell on all of them as James lurched one step forward into a crouch. Twilight 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z The boys took cautious steps forward while TimeStar opened the sack fully. The Last Last-Day-of-Summer 2019-04-02T00:00:00Z He took one step forward and collapsed against me, the two of us crumpling to the ground. Chains 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z All around me, the Dauntless and the Candor wait for me to step forward and spill my entire life before them. Insurgent 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z “Chalk,” the doctor said, stepping forward to touch a letter with the tip of his finger. The Haunting of Hill House 1959-10-01T00:00:00Z Tara takes a step forward, her gaze fixated on the apparition on the opposite platform. The Night Circus 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z The orders were given over the loudspeakers: “Form ranks of fiv es! Groups of one hundred! Five steps forward!” Night 1955-01-01T00:00:00Z When Gretchen's talent was recognized by teachers, both my parents stepped forward to claim responsibility. Me Talk Pretty One Day 2000-05-02T00:00:00Z Then the woman stepped forward and held a small box out to Citra. Scythe 2016-11-22T00:00:00Z I step forward and kick it away, then turn to find Manchee. The Knife of Never Letting Go 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z She took a step forward, whether of her own will or because the cold was dragging her now she did not know. Breadcrumbs 2011-09-27T00:00:00Z I continue walking in a long, elaborate combination like this until I finally take twenty steps forward and stop completely. Warcross 2017-09-12T00:00:00Z Then he steps forward and says something I’d have never expected. Shouting at the Rain 2019-05-07T00:00:00Z She let go of Finn’s arm and stepped forward. Bone Gap 2015-03-03T00:00:00Z “I’m walking. Trouble with this gumbo is that walking means one step forward and two steps back.” Hattie Big Sky 2006-09-26T00:00:00Z At times, when the wind was head on, we would take two steps forward and one back. A Walk in the Woods 1997-11-01T00:00:00Z I heard a sound like an echo turned inside out, and then Miig, who had been standing still, trying to see, to understand, under the blue smoke of moonlight, finally took a step forward. The Marrow Thieves 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z I heft the pack on my back and take a few steps forward. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z “Who do you think you Zoe stepped forward as if to smack me. “ The Titan's Curse 2007-05-11T00:00:00Z The young knight with the green viper embroidered on his surcoat stepped forward and went to one knee. A Game of Thrones 1997-08-04T00:00:00Z Tonight, however, she doesn’t even get that, because before Serena Joy can speak he steps forward into the room anyway. The Handmaid's Tale 1985-01-01T00:00:00Z |
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