steadily

adverb36 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.7

Describing a situation that is continuously getting worse.

To perform a task or job with continuous and regular effort.

For a liquid or traffic to move in a continuous, regular stream.

For rain to fall continuously without stopping or changing intensity.

To gather or build up gradually and constantly.

To develop or change gradually and constantly over time.

For a fire or light to continue at a constant intensity.

To inhale and exhale in a calm and regular rhythm.

To consume alcoholic beverages regularly over a period of time.

To travel on a bicycle, horse, etc., at a constant pace.

To run at a slow, regular pace without stopping.

For an engine to move along making a regular, dull, explosive sound.