Continually and Gradually

Continually

Continually adverb - Many times.

Gradually and continually are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gradually" instead an adverb "Continually".

Gradually

Gradually adverb - By small steps or amounts.

Continually and gradually are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Continually" instead an adverb "Gradually".

Nearby Words: gradual, gradation, gradualism

Both words in one sentence

  • Fanfic / The Bridge Aria Blaze continually using Kaizer Ghidorah as a power source gradually gives her more and more of his traits such as dark coloration and enhanced strength.
  • Just being in close proximity can get it into any creature's system, and once in the system it never leaves and gradually but continually amplifies the victim's magic.
  • Manga / Linebarrels of Iron Last Stand: Seems to be one around episode 18 when Katou's forces attack Misaki city, and JUDA's forces gradually have to keep pulling back as Katou's forces continually destroy the shields.
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