stepping-stones

[US]/[ˈstepɪŋ ˈstəʊnz]/
[UK]/[ˈstepɪŋ ˈstoʊnz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Individual stones or blocks used to form a path or walkway.; Gradual stages or steps in achieving something.; Things that help you progress towards a goal.

Phrases & Collocations

stepping-stones to success

stepping-stone

are stepping-stones

became stepping-stones

stepping-stone project

stepping-stone role

stepping-stones forward

stepping-stones now

Example Sentences

these stepping-stones provide a safe path across the stream.

each success in your career can be viewed as stepping-stones to greater achievements.

the project's initial phases served as crucial stepping-stones for the final product.

we used large, flat stepping-stones to create a decorative garden feature.

the company’s acquisitions were strategic stepping-stones in their market expansion.

carefully placed stepping-stones helped us navigate the slippery rocks by the river.

the training program provided valuable stepping-stones towards a new career.

the old stone stepping-stones were covered in moss and lichen.

the children loved hopping across the stepping-stones in the garden.

these stepping-stones are a beautiful and functional addition to the landscape.

the research findings acted as important stepping-stones for future investigations.

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