Gradually
61close on/in on/up on — gradually get nearer to or surround. → close to …
62day by day — gradually and steadily. → day …
63encroach on/upon — gradually intrude on (a person s territory, rights, etc.). → encroach …
64get worked up — gradually bring someone, especially oneself, to a state of intense excitement, anger, or anxiety. → work …
65go to rack and ruin — gradually deteriorate due to neglect. → rack …
66little by little — gradually. → little …
67tail off/away — gradually diminish in amount or intensity. → tail …
68taper off — gradually lessen. → taper …
69wear thin — gradually dwindle or be used up. → wear …
70work someone up get worked up — gradually bring someone, especially oneself, to a state of intense excitement, anger, or anxiety. → work …