as in gradual
proceeding or changing by steps or degrees
gradational increases in altitude
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gradual
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While Downdetector initially showed widespread reports, trends suggested a gradual recovery before Apple declared the issue fully resolved.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026 -
Also a recovery in oil and gas production would likely also be gradual rather than immediate.—
Chan Ho-Him,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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“Gradational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gradational. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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