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seriatim

/seriˈeɪtəm/
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Seriatim means dealing with things one after another in a specific order, like checking off items on a to-do list one by one.

The term seriatim comes from the Latin word series, which means "a succession." It's used to describe addressing items one by one, especially in formal or legal contexts. For example, a judge might review pieces of evidence seriatim, or a teacher might answer student questions seriatim. This way of working makes sure each item gets the attention it needs, keeping everything organized and clear.

Definitions of seriatim
  1. adverb
    in a series; one after another
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