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inch by inch
adverb as in bit by bit
adverb as in by degrees
adverb as in gradually
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Example Sentences
Stenovics's mind excelled in the waiting game, the slow, tortuous approach, the inch-by-inch advance of leisurely diplomacy.
An inch-by-inch inspection of the cabin disclosed no more treasures, but Rick found a plate, still intact.
The island was searched, and the police were ready to start an inch-by-inch going over of the island two days later.
An hour later her trembling limbs refused to continue this inch-by-inch progress.
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On this page you'll find 49 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to inch by inch, such as: by degrees, drop by drop, grade by grade, gradually, inchmeal, and in stages.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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