progressionist
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of progressionist
First recorded in 1840–50; progression + -ist
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As often as a progressionist drew near, their conversation was hushed altogether.
From The Progressionists, and Angela. by Conrad von Bolanden
"Only in one sense, I think," replied the progressionist young lady.
From The Progressionists, and Angela. by Conrad von Bolanden
In the new world of our progressionist teachers, it is electricity that is the real motive-power.
From Dreams by Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka) Jerome
The progressionist element of the town was much flattered by the presence at its orgies of the wealthiest property owner of the country.
From The Progressionists, and Angela. by Conrad von Bolanden
"Your cordial correspondence with the flattering intention of your fellow-citizens was presumed upon; moreover, you were to be agreeably surprised," explained the progressionist leader.
From The Progressionists, and Angela. by Conrad von Bolanden
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