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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the natural progression of his musical talent
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Omar Kardoudi
march 30, New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
For readers considering medicine, the post offers a rare look at income progression tied closely to training milestones.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
Without a clear sense of progression, applicants may delay and abandon enrollment altogether.
—Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
The new Webb observations build on that dataset, offering a broader, multiwavelength perspective as the planet continues its progression toward its next equinox.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 26 Mar. 2026
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 3 Apr. 2026.
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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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