What does stepped-up mean?
Stepped-up means Increased; heightened..
Stepped-up
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Increased; heightened..
Example Sentences
Austria is a prime destination for smuggled people heading for the heart of the EU via Hungary from the Balkans. For many migrants, the Hungarian route remains an option despite stepped-up border patrols and a steel fence built by Hungary after the EU’s 2015 migration crisis.
Synonyms for stepped-up
Antonyms for stepped-up
Related Words
Word Forms
- more stepped-up
- most stepped-up
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for stepped-up?
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What is the opposite of stepped-up?
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How do you use stepped-up in a sentence?
Austria is a prime destination for smuggled people heading for the heart of the EU via Hungary from the Balkans. For many migrants, the Hungarian route remains an option despite stepped-up border patrols and a steel fence built by Hungary after the EU’s 2015 migration crisis.
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