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piecemeal
01
in a gradual manner and at different times, rather than all at once
Grammatical Information
adverbs of manner
Examples
The information was revealed piecemeal, with new details emerging over time.
piecemeal
01
done or made in a gradual way
Grammatical Information
Composition
Complex
qualitative
ungradable
Examples
The renovation of the old house was a piecemeal process, with each room being updated individually.
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