progression
noun
pro·gres·sion
prə-ˈgre-shən 
1
: a sequence of numbers in which each term is related to its predecessor by a uniform law
2
a
: the action or process of progressing : advance
b
: a continuous and connected series : sequence
3
a
: succession of musical tones or chords
b
: the movement of musical parts in harmony
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Doctors were surprised by the rapid progression of the disease.
the natural progression of his musical talent
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Al Kingsley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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With time to operate and work through his progressions, Brosmer was able to pick apart the Terrapins, with nearly 80% completions to seven pass catchers for 320 yards and four touchdowns.
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Al Kingsley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
One experimental therapy may slow the progression of symptoms, a small preliminary study suggests.
—Linda Carroll, NBC News, 1 Nov. 2024
Black Ops 6’s Zombies builds on features introduced in previous games like Black Ops 3 (2015) and Black Ops Cold War (2020), allowing players to put together a comprehensive loadout before jumping into the game and upgrade skills over time with thorough progression systems.
—Cade Onder, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
With time to operate and work through his progressions, Brosmer was able to pick apart the Terrapins, with nearly 80% completions to seven pass catchers for 320 yards and four touchdowns.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 27 Oct. 2024
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“Progression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/progression. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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progression
noun
pro·gres·sion
prə-ˈgresh-ən
1
: the action of progressing or moving forward
2
: a continuous and connected series (as of acts, events, or steps)
3
: a changing from one chord to another by means of several notes or chords coming one after the other
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