as in progressively
more and more; to an increasing degree
People are becoming increasingly aware of this problem. Increasingly, scientists are questioning the data. The situation grew increasingly hopeless.
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In a city like Atlanta, where luxe modern houses and condos are increasingly popular, the couple has found a following interested in their careful curation and effort to bring the past into the present.
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2025
But keeping productions in the area – and even in the country – has become a challenge, at a time when film and TV production has increasingly moved elsewhere.
—Mandalit Del Barco, NPR, 17 May 2025
Back then, many Black people suffered and died in silence because of the increasingly high stigma in our communities.
—Maisha Standifer, Essence, 16 May 2025
Brands are increasingly held accountable for their sourcing, governments are acting decisively to restrict industrial water use, and communities are demanding accountability for polluted waterways.
—Ken Katz, Sourcing Journal, 5 May 2025
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2025
But keeping productions in the area – and even in the country – has become a challenge, at a time when film and TV production has increasingly moved elsewhere.
—Mandalit Del Barco, NPR, 17 May 2025
Back then, many Black people suffered and died in silence because of the increasingly high stigma in our communities.
—Maisha Standifer, Essence, 16 May 2025
Brands are increasingly held accountable for their sourcing, governments are acting decisively to restrict industrial water use, and communities are demanding accountability for polluted waterways.
—Ken Katz, Sourcing Journal, 5 May 2025
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“Increasingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increasingly. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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