as in reversion
the act or an instance of going back to an earlier and lower level especially of intelligence or behavior
the regression to really childish behavior that boys often undergo when put in large groups
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Recent Examples of regression
The mom explained that E had been going through a period of sleep regression and was resisting his midday nap.
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Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
That’s the definition of bad luck and regression was coming no matter the coach.
—Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
The regression in Rozier’s shooting remains one of the mysteries of the season.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
Also, is inexperienced quarterback Dante Moore good enough to prevent any regression in the Ducks’ efficiency compared to the Bo Nix and Dillon Gabriel years?
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2025
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Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
That’s the definition of bad luck and regression was coming no matter the coach.
—Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
The regression in Rozier’s shooting remains one of the mysteries of the season.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
Also, is inexperienced quarterback Dante Moore good enough to prevent any regression in the Ducks’ efficiency compared to the Bo Nix and Dillon Gabriel years?
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for regression
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“Regression.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regression. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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