Crystal tried to follow her own instructions but the steps proved to be too much of a challenge.

He could put his exercise science degree to use in Omaha, or take steps to prove himself one more time.

But the step from sheltered and safe to the heat of passion proved to be a very short one.

But that step proved to be painfully hard to take.

His next step proved no easier than the first.

I told you to take whatever steps might prove necessary.

But every step along the way proved to be an ordeal.

This step proves to be a gold mine for the show.

But this new step may prove far more complex.

However, the next step has proven to be slightly more.