spread gradually

Frequency: 7.010.4 per million words

to extend or circulate slowly over time

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Examples (10)

  • The disease began to spread gradually through the population.
  • News of their engagement spread gradually among their friends and family.
  • The dye will spread gradually through the fabric, creating a unique pattern.
  • His influence started to spread gradually across the entire organization.
  • Over time, the innovative ideas spread gradually from one department to another.
  • The mist spread gradually over the valley as dawn approached.
  • A sense of calm spread gradually through the room after the announcement.
  • The roots of the ancient tree spread gradually and deeply beneath the soil.
  • We expect the new trend to spread gradually throughout the fashion industry.
  • The reform efforts must spread gradually to ensure long-term stability.