progression
noun
pro·gres·sion
prə-ˈgre-shən 
1
: a sequence of numbers in which each term is related to its predecessor by a uniform law
2
a
: the action or process of progressing : advance
b
: a continuous and connected series : sequence
3
a
: succession of musical tones or chords
b
: the movement of musical parts in harmony
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Doctors were surprised by the rapid progression of the disease.
the natural progression of his musical talent
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Alison Coleman,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
There’s also half a dozen defensive players whose game needs to mimic Paul’s progression for Jeff Hafley’s first Dolphins defense to look respectable.
—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
26 June 2026
Improving dead hang time requires consistent practice, gradual progression, and complementary strength exercises.
—
Christa Sgobba,
Health,
24 June 2026
Both feature two teams on three points who know a draw would take them to four and guarantee mutual progression.
—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for progression
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“Progression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/progression. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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progression
noun
pro·gres·sion
prə-ˈgresh-ən
1
: the action of progressing or moving forward
2
: a continuous and connected series (as of acts, events, or steps)
3
: a changing from one chord to another by means of several notes or chords coming one after the other
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