gradually accomplish
[ˈɡrædʒuəli əˈkɑːmplɪʃ]
verb phrase
realizar gradualmente; conseguir pouco a pouco
1. to complete or achieve something slowly and progressively over time, rather than all at once
She gradually accomplished her fitness goals by exercising consistently.
Ela realizou gradualmente seus objetivos de fitness exercitando-se consistentemente.
2. to make progress toward finishing a task in measured incremental steps
He gradually accomplished the renovation of his house over several months.
Ele conseguiu pouco a pouco a renovação de sua casa ao longo de vários meses.
This phrase reflects a value common in both American and Brazilian cultures regarding persistence and delayed gratification. In Brazil, 'jogo de cintura' (flexibility and patience) often involves gradually accomplishing goals. In the USA, this aligns with the 'self-made' cultural narrative of working incrementally toward success.
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