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
Synonyms
Examples of progression in a Sentence
Doctors were surprised by the rapid progression of the disease.
the natural progression of his musical talent
Recent Examples on the Web
Researchers want to see whether this will reduce the clustered proteins, and improve or slow progression of the disease.
—
Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2024
Drivetrain developments also played a role in the progression of electric boats.
—J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The Pollinator Party Pack is available by pre-order and includes a group of 16 plugs that will provide an early summer through fall progression of flowering plants.
—Journal Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2024
In this latest study, the drug, manufactured by Sanofi, helped slow the progression of motor disability after 12 months in people in an early stage of Parkinson's disease.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2024
The timing of birth is primarily influenced by biological factors and the natural progression of labor.
—The Arizona Republic, 7 Apr. 2024
Items in museum collections, from sauropods to star maps, can enable researchers to trace disease outbreaks, track the progression of climate change, and safeguard vulnerable cultures, to name a few.
—Nathaniel Scharping, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2024
The important thing is to plan, put in the appropriate progressions, select the right exercises and also rest.
—Mónica Heras, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2024
But letting go of the surfboard rails and learning to trust her abilities in the water was a progression, as is Moore's most recent life transition.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2024
Drivetrain developments also played a role in the progression of electric boats.
—J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
The Pollinator Party Pack is available by pre-order and includes a group of 16 plugs that will provide an early summer through fall progression of flowering plants.
—Journal Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2024
In this latest study, the drug, manufactured by Sanofi, helped slow the progression of motor disability after 12 months in people in an early stage of Parkinson's disease.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2024
The timing of birth is primarily influenced by biological factors and the natural progression of labor.
—The Arizona Republic, 7 Apr. 2024
Items in museum collections, from sauropods to star maps, can enable researchers to trace disease outbreaks, track the progression of climate change, and safeguard vulnerable cultures, to name a few.
—Nathaniel Scharping, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2024
The important thing is to plan, put in the appropriate progressions, select the right exercises and also rest.
—Mónica Heras, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2024
But letting go of the surfboard rails and learning to trust her abilities in the water was a progression, as is Moore's most recent life transition.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 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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