gradually

Example Sentences

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It can gradually shrink hair follicles, making it harder for them to keep producing strong, healthy hair.

From Science Daily • Jun. 7, 2026

Pratt has been in second place since then, but Raman has gradually eroded his lead as mail-in ballots have been counted.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

These claims have gradually subsided since hitting a postpandemic peak of nearly 2 million one year ago.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

But sentiment has gradually improved as analysts pile back into the stock.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

As a child, Ona’s days were spent near her mother, gradually learning simple household tasks like churning butter, making soap and candles, washing laundry, and preparing food.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis