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progression

Pronunciation: [prəˈɡrɛʃən]

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Learn how to use progression in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “development”

(noun) the process of getting better or moving forward over time. It's like when you practice a sport, and each week you can run faster or jump higher.

Example

Her progression in gymnastics has impressed everyone; she can do a backflip now!

Example

Without practice, his progression in playing the piano has really slowed down.

Example

What kind of progression have you made in your studies this semester?

Context: “mathematics”

(noun) a series of numbers or events that follow a certain pattern. Think of it as a list where each number is a step up from the last one, like 1, 2, 3, 4.

Example

In math class, we learned about a geometric progression where each number is multiplied by two.

Example

His attempt to create a progression in the numbers was incorrect, and they didn’t follow the right pattern.

Example

Can you give an example of an arithmetic progression?

How to pronounce progression

Pronunciation: [prəˈɡrɛʃən]

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