bit by bit
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"It's quite a processional experience because people have to go bit by bit through the tapestry," Lewis said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026
Instead of all or nothing, the U.S. is pushing for a more piecemeal approach where these things can happen in tandem bit by bit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
Another acquaintance said that Pauline would wear two sets of clothes out of the house so that she could sneak her wardrobe out, bit by bit, without Pusser noticing.
From Slate ● Nov. 6, 2025
"We had some difficult scenes to do, and inch by inch, slowly slowly, bit by bit we built up this very complex relationship, to say the least."
From BBC ● Apr. 6, 2025
I came back to myself in Clancy’s office bit by bit, with a headache severe enough that I had to put my face between my legs to avoid throwing up all over myself.
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
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