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to step on the gas
01
to make an attempt to do something better or faster than others
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Idiom
Informal
Esempi
She steps on the gas during every competition, giving her maximum effort to outperform her opponents.
They step on the gas in their business, constantly seeking innovative ways to stay ahead of the competition.
02
to suddenly and forcefully press down on the accelerator pedal, causing the car to speed up
Esempi
She stepped on the gas but the car did n't budge.
