to make progress or advance toward improvement
進歩への一歩 (shinpo e no ippo)
"Each reform is a step toward progress in global development."
"各改革は、世界的な開発に向けた一歩です。" (kaku kaikaku wa, sekaiteki na kaihatsu ni muketa ippo desu.)
to combine money, labor, or materials for a joint project
to strengthen relationships by developing mutual confidence
to change completely into something new
to remain strong despite pressure or stress
to report obstacles as soon as they appear
to talk to someone as if they are less intelligent
