decline progressively
[dɪˈklaɪn ˈprɑːɡresɪvli]
verb phrase
declinar progressivamente
1. to decrease or deteriorate gradually and continuously over time
The patient's health began to decline progressively after the diagnosis.
A saúde do paciente começou a declinar progressivamente após o diagnóstico.
2. to become worse in quality, value, or condition in a steady manner
The company's profits have been declining progressively for three quarters.
Os lucros da empresa vêm declinando progressivamente há três trimestres.
3. to gradually reduce or diminish in extent, intensity, or importance
His influence in the organization declined progressively until he resigned.
Sua influência na organização declinou progressivamente até ele renunciar.
This phrase is commonly used in medical, business, and academic contexts in both Brazilian and American English to describe gradual, observable deterioration over time. In Brazil, it's frequently used in healthcare discussions regarding patient conditions and in business reports about market trends.
NYC Slang
going downhill little by little
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