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gradually
[ graj-oo-uh-lee ]
adverb
- by small degrees or little by little:
The hurricane moved northwestward to northward for two days, gradually weakened to a depression, and then turned eastward.
Over the following decades, the curriculum was gradually expanded, with additional offerings in history, government, languages, geology, and geography.
Other Words From
- un·grad·u·al·ly adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of gradually1
Example Sentences
Once these batteries ignite, they cannot be put out using water and must be left in a secure area to gradually release gas.
As the Moon moves into Earth's shadow, it will gradually darken before turning a dusky red, resulting in a stunning "blood moon".
It added that authorities have closed all roads leading to the coastal region “to prevent violations and gradually restore stability.”
The nonprofit National Sleep Foundation recommends people gradually adjust their sleep schedule, including by napping, and use relaxation techniques such as meditation and breathing exercises to calm themselves.
In practice, hairstyle rules have been gradually relaxed across many schools.
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