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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Unlike last year’s major redesign of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Google has taken a more iterative approach this time.
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PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
This process knowledge enables iterative innovation, or constantly tweaking products so that they can be made more efficiently, at better quality, and with lower costs.
—Dan Wang, Foreign Affairs, 19 Aug. 2025
With an iterative update centered on silicon and comfort, Apple is likely to keep the entry price in the same zone pending any configuration changes.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
How important are iterative questions in refining ChatGPT’s outputs?
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
This process knowledge enables iterative innovation, or constantly tweaking products so that they can be made more efficiently, at better quality, and with lower costs.
—Dan Wang, Foreign Affairs, 19 Aug. 2025
With an iterative update centered on silicon and comfort, Apple is likely to keep the entry price in the same zone pending any configuration changes.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
How important are iterative questions in refining ChatGPT’s outputs?
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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“Iterative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/iterative. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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