Difference between step and setback

Definitions

noun

1. the distance covered by a step
2. a sequence of foot movements that make up a particular dance
3. the sound of a step of someone walking
4. the act of changing location by raising the foot and setting it down
5. a mark of a foot or shoe on a surface

verb

1. cause (a computer) to execute a single command
2. walk a short distance to a specified place or in a specified manner
3. place (a ship's mast) in its step
4. measure (distances) by pacing
5. move with one's feet in a specific manner

Examples

He slowly depressed the plunger and once the syringe was empty, withdrew the needle and stepped back.

The doctor has said that I can start stepping down my medication in a few days' time.

A QianSheng, a horizontal resolution, Two steps, the two deputy colter.

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noun

1. an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating

Examples

Chile's top constitutional court blocked a government bid to promote the free distribution of the morning-after pill to minors aged 14 and over, dealing a new setback to President Michelle Bachelet.

Hundreds of the aircraft are on order, but loss of the Northwest batch is a serious setback.

Sally had been recovering well from her operation, but yesterday she experienced/suffered a setback.

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