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progressively

[pruh-gres-iv-lee] / prəˈgrɛs ɪv li /


ADVERB
increasingly
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
decreasingly less


Example Sentences

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As a result, its structure varies across the region, and the lithosphere becomes progressively thinner toward Idaho and Utah.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

The new model started after just one miscarriage, and gave the women progressively more care after each baby loss.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

By taking a shorter-term tack, investors can experience the upside of the secular bond bear market: the ability to reinvest interest and principal cash flows at progressively higher yields.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

His Sunday show appearances have grown progressively more painful to watch.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

But his diary and two notes found at the camp tell a wrenching story of his desperate and progressively futile efforts to survive.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer




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