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gradually

[graj-oo-uh-lee] / ˈgrædʒ u ə li /


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Paulson, a voter on the rate-setting committee, said Tuesday that she expects more tightening to come, but would prefer to tighten gradually when conditions allow.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 10, 2026

The findings offer a possible explanation for why an initially unpleasant flavor can gradually become enjoyable.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 9, 2026

If that happens, foods might gradually become less rewarding because the brain would receive weaker signals reinforcing their flavors.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 9, 2026

Fog will gradually lift through Monday morning, although some patches could linger into the afternoon.

From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2026

She went on her way, just another robot on the street, and those perky voices gradually faded behind her.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown


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