In/over the course of…
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Time Span
Use it to show something occurred during a specific, often lengthy, time frame.
He learned to play the guitar over the course of a year.
Pro Tip 2/3Many Instances
Implies various events or actions happening within the time period mentioned.
They launched multiple products in the course of the quarter.
Pro Tip 3/3Gradual Development
Highlights a change or development that happens gradually, not suddenly.
In the course of the semester, her English improved significantly.
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