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regression

[ri-gresh-uhn] / rɪˈgrɛʃ ən /


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"We saw total tumor regression and long-term prevention of recurrence, all without seeing any systemic toxicity."

From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026

Say what you will about the Davosites, they are worldly types who understand regression to the mean.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

It was a massive regression, and it felt familiar.

From Slate • Dec. 10, 2025

So, after the steps forward - and manager of the month award - in October, November has seen regression.

From BBC • Nov. 24, 2025

No, regression analysis is not some forgotten form of psychiatric treatment.

From "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" by Steven D. Levitt