as in gradual
proceeding or changing by steps or degrees
gradational increases in altitude
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Trends generally fall into two categories: Evolutionary Trends: These are gradual shifts – think better, faster, or cheaper versions of what already exists.—
Dileep Rao,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025 -
Lessons in special education don't only happen in special education classes The University of Central Florida's teacher prep program has been under a gradual shift over the last seven years.—
Beth Wallis,
NPR,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Gradational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gradational. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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