gradually

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Management updated that Thai and Middle Eastern patients are gradually returning after long holidays in Thailand and a slowdown in Middle Eastern patient traffic in April, the analysts note.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Because the organ gradually shrinks after puberty and produces fewer new T cells over time, many scientists assumed it played only a limited role in adult health.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Ecuador has gradually imposed tariffs on imports from Colombia since January, citing what it described as Bogotá's failure to secure their shared border.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

When you’re young, knowledge comes fast but builds gradually — or, at least that was the case before the internet came around.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

A couple of glances from passersby were unmistakably hostile, but gradually I registered that others were merely curious, maybe even admiring.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu