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
Examples of progression in a Sentence
Doctors were surprised by the rapid progression of the disease.
the natural progression of his musical talent
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James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2025
But more so just to get that first one done, so that the progression can carry on, that’s the most exciting thing.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 July 2025
Being transparent about salary progression is key to retaining Gen Z for the long haul.
—Colleen Batchelder, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
The first part of the progression involves increasing the reps and the sets.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 July 2025
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“Progression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/progression. Accessed 30 Jul. 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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