ph.
bring something gradually to a more complete or satisfactory state
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ph.
bring something gradually to a more complete or satisfactory state
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ph.
proceed gradually towards (something more advanced or intense)
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ph.
gradually bring someone, especially oneself, to a state of intense excitement, anger, or anxiety
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ph.
proceed gradually toward (something more advanced or intense)
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ph.
gradually bring someone, especially oneself, to a state of intense excitement, anger, or anxiety
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ph.
progress towards something better or ascend a series of ranks through hard work
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