deteriorate gradually
Frequency: 7.713.5 per million words
Describes a slow decline that happens in small stages.
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- Her health began to deteriorate gradually after the surgery.
- Their friendship deteriorated gradually over many years.
- The condition of the old bridge is deteriorating gradually.
- We watched as the political situation deteriorated gradually.
- My grandfather's memory has deteriorated gradually with age.
- Without proper care, the wooden furniture will deteriorate gradually.
- The quality of the service deteriorated gradually due to budget cuts.
- It was heartbreaking to witness his enthusiasm deteriorate gradually.
- International relations could deteriorate gradually if the treaty is not signed.
- Over the centuries, the ancient manuscript has deteriorated gradually.