step by step
[adjective]
Synonyms: gradual, piecemeal

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ˌstep-by-ˈstep adjective [only before noun]
a step-by-step plan, method etc explains or does something carefully and in a particular order
step-by-step guide/approach/instructions etc
a step-by-step guide to making it in the music business
—step by step adverb:
Take each lesson step by step.

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step by step
gradually or slowly.
These changes need to be made step by step.

Usage notes: also used in the form a step at a time:
He wanted to rush through the job, but I encouraged him to take it a step at a time.

[TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲

step-by-step
gradually
My grandfather has made a great effort and step-by-step he has learned how to use a computer.

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