gradual
Example Sentences
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Most Spanish American republics had ended slavery or implemented gradual emancipation measures as early as 1811, with final abolition in place by the mid-1850s.
From Los Angeles Times
While exports could see a modest near-term rebound amid improving U.S.-China relations, any recovery is expected to be more gradual than strong, he added.
There are continued signs of a gradual cooling in the U.S. labor market, which should eventually weigh on the dollar, leaving room for further ringgit appreciation in 2026.
Rather, it would be a gradual process over a few weeks.
From MarketWatch
Even without dramatic failures, the gradual result is capacity loss, as batteries slowly lose their ability to hold the same amount of charge.
From Science Daily
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