Grammar fix
a steady increase
gradual rise (in something)
a slow and continuous growth or rise in the amount, level, or number of something over a period of time, without sudden changes.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
There has been a steady increase in the number of people working from home over the past decade.
In my opinion, the steady increase in the use of renewable energy sources shows that people are becoming more environmentally conscious.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: a steady increase of prices.
Say: a steady increase in prices.
'An increase IN something', not 'of'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Consistent upward trajectory' is report-speak; 'a steady increase in' is plainer.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
a steady increase in
- in
- show
- see
- over