gradually completed
[ˈɡrædʒuəli kəmˈpliːtəd]
verb phrase / adjective phrase
gradualmente concluído / completado gradualmente
1. finished or accomplished in a slow, incremental manner over time rather than all at once
The renovation project was gradually completed over the course of two years.
O projeto de renovação foi gradualmente concluído ao longo de dois anos.
2. brought to an end step by step, with progressive advancement toward finalization
The manuscript was gradually completed as the author added chapters each month.
O manuscrito foi completado gradualmente conforme o autor adicionava capítulos a cada mês.
This phrase is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in professional, academic, and everyday contexts to describe long-term projects, personal goals, or processes that require sustained effort. In Brazil, 'aos poucos' is a popular colloquialism that conveys the same meaning with a more casual tone, while in Portugal, 'pouco a pouco' is preferred. The concept reflects the value placed on patience and persistent effort in both cultures.
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