as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
the path goes up at a pretty steep gradient before leveling off
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Unlike other thermoelectric generators, this one works at room temperature without a heat gradient.
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Michael Irving, New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2024
Wiz Mobile Portable Light: A simple portable night-light that supports beautiful color gradients has a long battery life, and features Bluetooth connectivity is an alluring prospect.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 10 Aug. 2024
The gradient approach to cleaner energy is what’s practical.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2024
Filed into a long, square coffin shape, Megan wore a gradient ombré style, transitioning from a deep turquoise color into a brighter aqua toward the tips.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 18 July 2024
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Michael Irving, New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2024
Wiz Mobile Portable Light: A simple portable night-light that supports beautiful color gradients has a long battery life, and features Bluetooth connectivity is an alluring prospect.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 10 Aug. 2024
The gradient approach to cleaner energy is what’s practical.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2024
Filed into a long, square coffin shape, Megan wore a gradient ombré style, transitioning from a deep turquoise color into a brighter aqua toward the tips.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 18 July 2024
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“Gradient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gradient. Accessed 24 Oct. 2024.
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