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more and more

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  1. Increasingly, to a steadily growing extent or degree. For example, As night came on, we were getting more and more worried, or More and more I lean toward thinking he is right. [c. 1200]


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Millions of American families are left needing to pay more and more to cover their bills, and with less disposable income.

From Salon Jul. 26, 2026

“It’s getting more and more difficult to get by,” says Boonma, 57, whose own back and knees are starting to strain from lifting people without the help of hospital beds or other specialized medical equipment.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

"Look, we're talking to them right now. I think they're getting more and more serious as the days go by, for maybe the obvious reason."

From Barron's Jul. 24, 2026

Meanwhile, more and more is burned at home to generate electricity.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

They asked no questions, but kept bringing more and more of their family in to see Marlene.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo

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