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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Pat Graham, The Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2025
Studies find that purifying the air at home can reduce symptoms and in some cases, prevent the progression of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
To get a more nuanced understanding of how Alzheimer’s can unfold, check out these resources on disease progression from the Alzheimer’s Association and the National Institute on Aging (NIA).
—Jacqueline Andriakos, SELF, 22 Jan. 2025
Your provider may use imaging tests to check for bone damage or other damage to internal organs that could indicate progression to active multiple myeloma.12
Treatments for Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
The main goal of treating SMM is to prevent or delay progression to multiple myeloma.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 22 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for progression
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“Progression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/progression. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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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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