move through the gears

1.
UKUSGlobal Englishneutralliteral
- To operate a manual-transmission vehicle by shifting sequentially through the gear settings.
2.
UKUSGlobal Englishinformalidiomatic
- To progress or accelerate gradually from a low to a higher level of activity, intensity, or performance.
- To move from an initial, tentative stage into a steadier or more effective mode of operation.

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