gradually

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The condition develops when specialized brain cells that produce dopamine gradually die off.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

Berlin recently said it would gradually raise the retirement age to 70 from 67—a move that could eventually improve competitiveness by pruning a system that is funded by employers and employees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

Giant planets begin their lives extremely hot and gradually cool over billions of years.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

While the current June heatwave will gradually come to an end over the weekend with a return to more average conditions next week, there are already indications that we could see more heatwaves this summer.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

This Irish song is also meant to gradually speed up in tempo as you sing.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin