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[grey-dey-shuhn] / greɪˈdeɪ ʃən /


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Gradation in the tile creates visual depth and dimension.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 13, 2022

Gradation of Secondary Sexual Characters.—Cases of gradation are important for us, as they shew that it is at least possible that highly complex ornaments may have been acquired by small successive steps.

From The Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex Volume II (1st Edition) by Darwin, Charles

Whether the society is divided into Two Classes, or whether there is a Gradation, is another important consideration.

From How to Observe Morals and Manners by Martineau, Harriet

Gradation of colour can easily be introduced by using a different shade for each circle of stitches, and this produces a very pretty effect.

From Embroidery and Tapestry Weaving by Christie, Grace

I. Gradation of Feasts makes a distinction between doubles, semi-doubles and simples, and distinguishes the various kinds of doubles.

From The Divine Office by Quigley, Edward J.




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