In/over the course of…

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prepositional phrase

During the time of something or a period of time.

She has made many friends in the course of her life.
Visual representation of "in/over the course of…" - During the time of something or a period of time

Often appears as...

  • in the course of time
  • in the course of events
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Time Span

Use it to show something occurred during a specific, often lengthy, time frame.

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He learned to play the guitar over the course of a year.
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Many Instances

Implies various events or actions happening within the time period mentioned.

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They launched multiple products in the course of the quarter.
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Gradual Development

Highlights a change or development that happens gradually, not suddenly.

Illustration for Gradual Development
In the course of the semester, her English improved significantly.
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