Traditional farming areas were abandoned and there was a gradual drift of farming activity towards the south and west.

The tension between fantasy and reality, all the more acute in light of the economy, is making itself felt in a gradual drift toward "how-to" articles.

Since then, gradual urban drift plus declining birthrate.

A gradual and generally cumulative drift in thermal EMF on long exposure at elevated temperatures.

As in any county, there is a gradual drift in accent towards its neighbours.

It is true that recent Republican victories in southern states like Georgia reflect the substantial, though gradual, drift of the region away from its Democratic roots.

It would also be in line with the gradual drift towards fuel tax harmonisation across the Community.

There is a gradual drift of mood in the stories to something palpably mellower.

Their gradual downward drift was barely perceptible.

Princess Ce'Nedra's gradual drift away from the center of command was largely her own fault.