step by step

/stɛp baɪ stɛp/
adverb
  1. In a gradual, sequential manner; one stage at a time.
    • He explained the process step by step so everyone could understand.
    • We will go through the application step by step to avoid mistakes.
    • The detective reconstructed the crime step by step.
adjective
  1. Done or happening in a series of clear stages, one after another.
    • The teacher gave a step-by-step explanation of the math problem.
    • She followed a step-by-step guide to learn how to bake a cake.
    • The manual provides step-by-step instructions for assembling the furniture.
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