progressions

noun

plural of progression
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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Relevance
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 John Coltrane is another influential figure in the history of jazz, known for his pioneering innovations on the saxophone, notably his ability to create a complex, rapid-fire approach to chord progressions. — Noe Padilla, USA Today, 2 July 2026 In Sing & Play Mode, the device automatically handles complex chord progressions and backing rhythms, while Solo Mode maps individual notes to the pads. — New Atlas, 21 June 2026 The games have clear progressions, cleverly edited for punchiness. — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 16 June 2026 Both are satisfactory progressions. — Jakob Roze, Health, 16 June 2026 That was on display at times Tuesday, and over the course of the spring, Monken and offensive coordinator Travis Switzer praised Sanders for improving his footwork and ability to go through his progressions quickly. — Zac Jackson, New York Times, 12 June 2026 Probably because at the time many of the time signatures and chordal progressions that Miles used were over the head of a young guitar player still functioning in the blues and folk idioms. — Steve Baltin, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026 Similar plant progressions occur by altitude on the mountains, along with the forest’s famed denizens, the wolf, coyote, moose, black bear, lynx, snowshoe hare, tick, mosquito, midge, deerfly, and blackfly. — Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026 If Kohl can figure out what Coleman wants out of each play, then the quarterback can move through his progressions faster. — Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for progressions
  1. sequences
  2. processes
  3. evolutions
  4. chains
  5. progresses
  6. developments
  7. trains
  8. advances
Noun
  • Unsurprisingly, no player has been involved in more passing sequences leading to shots than the 24-year-old this summer, given complete freedom to roam and dictate attacks with his abilities on the ball.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 4 July 2026
  • Piercing the sterility of contemporary life with the disruptive transgression of eroticism, Silver’s film features dreamy fantasy sequences that interrupt and disrupt, drawing us expertly into its characters’ sensual and unusual interiority.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026
Definition of sequences
Noun
  • While quantum computers remain under development, quantum sensors are already being used to measure physical processes with a level of precision that conventional instruments often struggle to achieve.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026
  • Recruitment processes are described as clearer and more aligned following the departures of Daniel Levy, the former executive chairman who was deposed in September last year, and ex-managing director of football Fabio Paratici.
    — Mark Critchley, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of processes
Noun
  • Diego Herrera Carcedo/Anadolu via Getty Images Military experts say the key factor driving Ukraine's recent successes is evolutions in its mid-range drone strike capabilities.
    — Aidan Stretch, CBS News, 9 June 2026
  • Though his career has gone through regular evolutions and progressions within that timeframe, what has remained constant through each phase has been his resolve to make a difference.
    — Matt Emma, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Definition of evolutions
Noun
  • In addition to big chains like Chipotle and Pitfire Pizza, a host of Mexican food options ranging from late-night taco trucks to sit-down restaurants now line Sunset Boulevard.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • The World Cup 2026 is down to quarterfinals, but restaurant chains are still getting into the game.
    — Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 9 July 2026
Definition of chains
Noun
  • As fermentation progresses, sugar is gradually converted into alcohol, meaning both its flavor and alcohol content evolve over time.
    — Emily Cappiello, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Altair will become more prominent as summer progresses, so there's plenty of time to get to know it.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 26 June 2026
Definition of progresses
Noun
  • What is making physical AI possible is developments in multimodal AI.
    — Anjana Susarla, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • Traders are watching developments in the Strait of Hormuz and their impact on oil prices and Treasury yields.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
Definition of developments
Noun
  • The collision involved one of Sacramento Regional Transit’s newer low-floor light rail trains.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2026
  • Amtrak canceled some trains in the Northeast due to excessive heat that could affect the tracks.
    — Steven Sloan, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Definition of trains
Noun
  • Even those who do manage to sell a manuscript typically receive relatively modest advances, and few earn enough from fiction alone to make a living.
    — Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 8 July 2026
  • Those advances have made storage not only more capable, but more investable.
    — Tom Bitting, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of advances

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