"That's a ___ in the right direction" Crossword Clue

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"That's a ___ in the right direction" Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. treat badly
2. measure (distances) by pacing
(noun)
1. any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
2. a short distance

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

DIRECTION (noun)
1. the act of setting and holding a course
2. the concentration of attention or energy on something
RIGHT (verb)
1. make right or correct
2. make reparations or amends for
RIGHT (adjective)
1. correct in opinion or judgment
2. intended for the right hand
RIGHT (noun)
1. the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher’s right
2. anything in accord with principles of justice
RIGHT (adverb)
1. exactly
2. (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree

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