step on a rake

baby step

A small effort made towards the completion of a much larger task.

one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind

(used imitatively) A cliché used to exaggerate an accomplishment or milestone.

one step ahead

maintaining a slight advantage; continuing to lead

one step forward, two steps back

A situation in which progress is more than offset by adverse developments.

pep in one's step

A confident, happy, energetic or enthusiastic mood or manner.

rake over

To discuss something unpleasant from the past.

rake over the coals

To call to task or to reprimand severely.

rake together

To collect, assemble or gather small amounts (especially of money), from various sources, with some difficulty