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learning curve

American  

noun

  1. Education. a graphic representation of progress in learning measured against the time required to achieve mastery.

  2. the process of learning upon which such a representation is based.

    Her new job has a steep learning curve.
learning curve British  

noun

  1. a graphical representation of progress in learning

    I'm still only half way up the learning curve
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Going out and playing for three points was a real learning curve for me and it definitely helped me.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

But when the chain enters new markets, there can be a learning curve for consumers new to the concept, Moran said, so opening stores in clusters may help word spread.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

In every way, it seems too early in the engineering and learning curve to risk humans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

It's been a steep learning curve for Kaynes Semicon.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026

There was an especially distinct learning curve when it came to understanding sports.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

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