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progressive
When used to describe a medical condition, "progressive" usually means the illness gets worse over time rather than staying the same. In politics, calling someone a "progressive" is often a point of pride for those who want change, though it can be used as a criticism by those who prefer traditional values. In grammar (though not listed in the primary definitions), you may see this word used to describe verb tenses that show ongoing action, such as the "present progressive."
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon; David is in a corporate meeting while Eleanor is browsing Facebook.
Eleanor Smith
DAVID WHY IS YOUR COUSIN BILL A PROGRESSIVE NOW???
David Smith
Mom please stop blowing up my phone. I'm in a meeting.
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Eleanor is shocked by Bill's political shift, using all caps to signal her technological struggle and alarm. David uses the phrasal verb 'blowing up my phone', meaning sending too many messages in a short period.