1
as in sequences
a series of things linked together
a progression of events that ended in utter disaster for the arctic explorers
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2
as in processes
forward movement in time or place
our progression was slow but steady
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3
as in evolutions
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
that civilization's gradual progression from simple bartering to a complex economy and monetary system
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Recent Examples of progressions
His signature production style — the glistening synth chord progressions that doused early OF releases in a cartoon-like technicolor — arrived subdued beneath a moodier sonic register.
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Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2024
Currently, bill progressions have slowed or halted entirely following the conclusion of legislative sessions in most states.
—Trans Formations Project, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
There are psych-rock freakouts and campfire sing-alongs, all centered on his ability to render simple, two-chord progressions as titanic tectonic shifts that reconfigure the landscape in their wake.
—Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2024
Currently, bill progressions have slowed or halted entirely following the conclusion of legislative sessions in most states.
—Trans Formations Project, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
There are psych-rock freakouts and campfire sing-alongs, all centered on his ability to render simple, two-chord progressions as titanic tectonic shifts that reconfigure the landscape in their wake.
—Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for progressions
Noun
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In spite of all the cuts, firings and rehirings, there are still some new developments.—
Kevinisha Walker,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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Israeli officials have suggested the chances of a hostage deal have significantly increased, with some anticipating developments within the next two weeks.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Continuous advancements require a continuous learning environment.—
Brad Smith,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Individuals, businesses and governments need to embrace these AI advancements responsibly.—
Sam Sammane,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Progressions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progressions. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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