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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Measure And Adapt Finally, recognize that rebranding is an iterative process.
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Jim Heininger, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
His experience bridges the gap between music and visuals, highlighting how this iterative process fosters a deeper synergy between the two mediums.
—Cecilia Ciocchetti, Rolling Stone, 3 Dec. 2024
Modern chip engineering is an iterative process of nine stages, from system specification to packaging.
—Somdeb Majumdar, IEEE Spectrum, 21 Nov. 2024
Set Feedback Loops To Refine Mechanisms: Establish processes for iterative updates to AI systems as new data and use cases emerge.
—Jessica Mendoza, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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Jim Heininger, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
His experience bridges the gap between music and visuals, highlighting how this iterative process fosters a deeper synergy between the two mediums.
—Cecilia Ciocchetti, Rolling Stone, 3 Dec. 2024
Modern chip engineering is an iterative process of nine stages, from system specification to packaging.
—Somdeb Majumdar, IEEE Spectrum, 21 Nov. 2024
Set Feedback Loops To Refine Mechanisms: Establish processes for iterative updates to AI systems as new data and use cases emerge.
—Jessica Mendoza, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Iterative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/iterative. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.
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