as in incremental
proceeding or changing by steps or degrees
a gradual drop in gas prices will take place over the next several months
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Recent Examples of gradual
The 250-acre area is known for its gradual slopes and gentle tree skiing in a scenic bowl-like setting.
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Grace Bastidas, Parents, 29 Sep. 2025
Change in the industry can take many forms and is often gradual, but what matters most is honesty.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 29 Sep. 2025
This philosophy transforms daily routines into moments of gradual renewal, as subtle, consistent care evolves into a sustainable practice of harmony and resilience.
—Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Once that demand is met, the plan calls for a gradual process where a multinational Arab and Muslim peacekeeping force enters Gaza while Israeli forces withdraw.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 29 Sep. 2025
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Grace Bastidas, Parents, 29 Sep. 2025
Change in the industry can take many forms and is often gradual, but what matters most is honesty.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 29 Sep. 2025
This philosophy transforms daily routines into moments of gradual renewal, as subtle, consistent care evolves into a sustainable practice of harmony and resilience.
—Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Once that demand is met, the plan calls for a gradual process where a multinational Arab and Muslim peacekeeping force enters Gaza while Israeli forces withdraw.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 29 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for gradual
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gradual
Adjective
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Needham analyst Tom Nikic said that while top-line trends were improving, there were still some pain points, including incremental tariff headwinds.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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Gross margin to decline approximately 300 basis points to 375 basis points year over year, inclusive of a 175 net headwind from the new incremental tariffs.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
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Rupp said the phased opening will help the staff get up to speed with less of the new restaurant pain.—
Jess Fleming,
Twin Cities,
19 Sep. 2025
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And unlike most enterprise pilots that fail at rollout, F2 is delivered with phased onboarding, white-glove support, and enterprise-grade compliance.—
Don Muir,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Gradual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gradual. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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