begin gradually

Frequency: 7.09.8 per million words

To start slowly over a period of time.

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Examples (10)

  • The economic recovery is expected to begin gradually over the next few months.
  • After the surgery, she was advised to begin exercising gradually.
  • The transition from autumn to winter begins gradually, with leaves changing color.
  • As the sun set, the sky gradually began to darken.
  • The new regulations will begin to take effect gradually to avoid disrupting the market.
  • His understanding of the complex topic gradually began to improve.
  • The healing process for his deep wound began gradually.
  • We plan to begin the project gradually, starting with the easiest tasks first.
  • When introducing a new food to a pet, it's best to begin gradually.
  • The city's transformation gradually began with the restoration of its historic buildings.