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
Key Takeaways Greek yogurt with berries typically causes a gradual rise in blood sugar due to its protein, fiber, and balance of natural carbohydrates.
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Brittany Poulson,
Verywell Health,
19 June 2026
What changed along the way was the gradual incorporation of genre elements.
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Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
19 June 2026
This flexible approach helps navigate the complexities of an invisible disability, fostering a gradual path to sustainable employment.
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Diane Winiarski,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Now disarmed, the dissidents will enter a temporary resettlement zone where the government intends to facilitate their gradual reintegration into civilian life.
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ABC News,
18 June 2026
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Brittany Poulson,
Verywell Health,
19 June 2026
What changed along the way was the gradual incorporation of genre elements.
—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
19 June 2026
This flexible approach helps navigate the complexities of an invisible disability, fostering a gradual path to sustainable employment.
—
Diane Winiarski,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Now disarmed, the dissidents will enter a temporary resettlement zone where the government intends to facilitate their gradual reintegration into civilian life.
—
ABC News,
18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for gradual
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gradual
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The fact that incremental capital expenditures to integrate their robots is minimal is also attractive.
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Any work the two companies do together might be incremental to start off with, according to analysts.
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In exchange, Iran received phased relief from international economic sanctions.
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As a multi-phased review by UK regulators may have thrown their own spanner in Para-WBD works last week, there is some serious money on the table for Ellison and his Oracle founder father if the merger isn’t locked in by September 30.
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“Gradual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gradual. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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