In the mid-20th century, dance gradually asserted itself as an art form that could stand on its own two terpsichorean feet.

The royal power, however, gradually asserted itself, and it became the rule that permission to levy local taxes should be obtained from the king.

Howard initially deferred to Lovecraft but gradually asserted his own views, even coming to deride Lovecraft's opinions (such as his support for fascism).

Autodirection thus conferred a behavioral superiority and gradually asserted itself as the norm, while teledirection declined and survived only in a few isolated areas.

During her acceptance speech, she gradually asserts her normal, clear gelatinous shape, while making a call for acceptance regardless of appreance or form.

He gradually asserted his control over the province and extended his control south into the remaining Champa lands.

Detroit, which finished first over all in the 30-team league, gradually asserted its dominance over a Carolina team that had the 16th-best record.

The inclusion of new plant introductions in botanic gardens meant their scientific role was now widening, as botany gradually asserted its independence from medicine.

As he gradually asserted his leadership, however, the tribal chiefs began to coalesce around him.

The immediate effects were not realised, but the Dark One gradually asserted power over humanity, swaying many to become his followers.