inch by inch

Idioms and Phrases

see by inches .

Example Sentences

Stenovics's mind excelled in the waiting game, the slow, tortuous approach, the inch-by-inch advance of leisurely diplomacy.

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An inch-by-inch inspection of the cabin disclosed no more treasures, but Rick found a plate, still intact.

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The island was searched, and the police were ready to start an inch-by-inch going over of the island two days later.

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An hour later her trembling limbs refused to continue this inch-by-inch progress.

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Related Words

• constantly
• continuously
• deliberately
• gently
• increasingly
• moderately
• progressively
• regularly
• steadily