Synonyms: step forward, step to the fore, step up, come forward, come out, come to the fore
Definition: make oneself visible; take action
Usage: Young people should step to the fore and help their peers
Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel