half-steps

The Omori all growled and moved half-steps forward.

Arcane Circle Linda Robertson 2011

The Omori all growled and moved half-steps forward.

Arcane Circle Linda Robertson 2011

The Omori all growled and moved half-steps forward.

Arcane Circle Linda Robertson 2011

In recent days, there have been misguided criticisms of this plan that echo the failed theories that helped lead us into this crisis — the notion that tax cuts alone will solve all our problems; that we can meet our enormous tests with half-steps and piecemeal measures; that we can ignore fundamental challenges such as energy independence and the high cost of health care and still expect our economy and our country to thrive.

Matthew Yglesias » Breaking! 2009

The administration is getting little credit for the half-steps that it has taken.

Robert Kuttner: Teachable Moments -- But Where's the Teacher-in-Chief? 2010

But in order for Congress or the administration to pursue any of those half-steps, the gay rights community needs to show liberal politicians as well as the White House that they will not be bashed as sell-outs for achieving partial victories.

Next steps toward a repeal of 'Don't ask, don't tell' 2010

(Soundbite of music) Ms. ELIS REGINA (Musician): (Singing in foreign language) MOON: When Elis Regina sings, half-steps seem to expand.

Elis Regina: The Feeling Between The Notes 2010

While it is impossible to put together a winning coalition in favor of full repeal at this time, it would be possible to take a number of partial - or half-steps which would, cumulatively, do the trick.

Next steps toward a repeal of 'Don't ask, don't tell' 2010

Elis Regina's art happens inside the half-steps, the tiny increments that make up a melody.

Elis Regina: The Feeling Between The Notes 2010

(Soundbite of music) MOON: Some vocalists treat half-steps as annoying afterthoughts.

Elis Regina: The Feeling Between The Notes 2010