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step on it

To drive fast; to step on the accelerator.

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  • Automobile accelerators are usually foot pedals, so stepping down harder increases the acceleration.
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If I step on it, I can still arrive on time.

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Submitted on September 01, 2009

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step on itTo act quickly.
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