as in progressively
more and more; to an increasing degree
People are becoming increasingly aware of this problem. Increasingly, scientists are questioning the data. The situation grew increasingly hopeless.
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Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2025
Bertie said, increasingly happy with their conversation.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 3 May 2025
This series seems increasingly overwhelming for the Warriors’ supporting cast, and increasingly heavy for their stars.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 3 May 2025
Set a savings goal Conventional wisdom suggests having at least three months' worth of expenses set aside, though financial experts are increasingly recommending people have closer to six in a shaky economy and job market.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
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“Increasingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/increasingly. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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