iterative
adjective
it·er·a·tive
ˈi-tə-ˌrā-tiv 
-rə-
-rə-
: involving repetition: such as
a
: expressing repetition of a verbal action
b
: utilizing the repetition of a sequence of operations or procedures
iterative programming methods
iteratively
adverb
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This iterative process ensures that ethical standards evolve alongside technological advancements, adapting to emerging challenges and user needs over time.
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Antara Dave, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
The green sauces below are iterative recipes with endless applications.
—Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Apr. 2025
Rather than merely mastering new tools or skills, teams must embrace ongoing experimentation, regularly challenge assumptions, actively engage in iterative learning, and collectively apply human judgment to understand and leverage AI’s evolving capabilities.
—Melissa Daimler, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
This style of iterative improvement mimics how real innovation occurs in the wild: through trial, feedback, and refinement.
—John Winsor, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Antara Dave, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
The green sauces below are iterative recipes with endless applications.
—Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Apr. 2025
Rather than merely mastering new tools or skills, teams must embrace ongoing experimentation, regularly challenge assumptions, actively engage in iterative learning, and collectively apply human judgment to understand and leverage AI’s evolving capabilities.
—Melissa Daimler, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
This style of iterative improvement mimics how real innovation occurs in the wild: through trial, feedback, and refinement.
—John Winsor, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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“Iterative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/iterative. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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