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as in to lend
to give to another for temporary use with the understanding that it or a like thing will be returned
advanced her some cash with the understanding that the amount would be deducted from her first paycheck
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as in to promote
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in to progress
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in to elevate
to move higher in rank or position
within six months was advanced to the position of head waiter, to the dismay of the waiters who had been there much longer
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as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in progress
forward movement in time or place
during her long convalescence, the housebound woman was barely aware of the advance of the seasons
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as in improvement
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill
under her new teacher, the aspiring violinist has made noticeable advances in her technique in just a few weeks
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as in early
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Recent Examples of advance
Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2025
This fall, the UA Power Group will open a new Multi-User Silicon Carbide Research and Fabrication Laboratory to advance silicon carbide microchip research and connect university innovation with semiconductor manufacturers.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
The candidate who receives the highest share of votes in his or her primary will become that party's nominee and advance to the general election.
—Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
The roommate doesn't appear to have any advance knowledge of the shooting.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
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Verb
On Monday stateside, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite advanced, boosted by tech shares.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2025
This fall, the UA Power Group will open a new Multi-User Silicon Carbide Research and Fabrication Laboratory to advance silicon carbide microchip research and connect university innovation with semiconductor manufacturers.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
Noun
Pie crusts, casseroles, marinades and spice blends can all be made weeks in advance and frozen.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
The candidate who receives the highest share of votes in his or her primary will become that party's nominee and advance to the general election.
—Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
That means the stopgap spending bill will likely not advance, as only three lawmakers in the Democratic caucus have crossed the aisle, with no others announcing plans to join Republicans over the weekend.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
The roommate doesn't appear to have any advance knowledge of the shooting.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advance
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Because so much of the film would be shot in such close interiors, Lanthimos and his director of photography, Robbie Ryan, sought to build on their experiments with The Favourite and Poor Things by using a film format that could lend their images richness and grandeur despite the confines.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Nov. 2025
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The natural silk cord lays comfortably on the skin and the kelp pendant lends an ethereal touch that is elegant but slightly bohemian.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
7 Nov. 2025
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Similarly, the Interstate Consortium for the Sustainable Development of the Legal Amazon Region brings together Amazonian states to curb deforestation, promote green agriculture and attract green investment.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Ausberry was promoted to the interim job in Woodward’s place, and the board gave him the authority to lead the coaching hire.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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But as the race progressed, Mamdani’s natural charm, catchy social media videos and populist economic platform energized voters in the notoriously expensive city.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Logic suggests a worker on the NLW is likely to remain on or close to this wage in most cases, while a graduate entering a profession like accounting can expect significant pay increases as their career progresses.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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All of the adults in the study had elevated LDL cholesterol levels despite being on a stable course of lipid-lowering therapy like statins for 30 days or more.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Professional interior designers will often turn to HomeGoods in search of affordable yet stylish finds that will elevate any room.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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Some even suggested delicious baking uses for the new treats.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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Just a day before the auction, internet sleuth Perezcope, published an instagram post suggesting the hard enamel had been recessed, while pointing out discrepancies in the numerals and so on.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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How to prepare before strong winds approach Trim tree branches away from your house and power lines.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Still, the company reported a $110 million net loss for that same period, due in large part to spending of $90 million on research and development, approaching the $107 million spent on R&D for all of 2024.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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The massive margin of victory sets Minnesota (5-4) up well for NBA Cup advancement.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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At Barton Creek Technologies, Anna Chen, the chief human resources officer, faces a dilemma over the company’s performance improvement plan (PIP).—
Harvard Business Review,
Harvard Business Review,
8 Nov. 2025
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Economic feasibility and future outlook While early studies suggest electric roads may be more economical than relying solely on large EV batteries, long-term feasibility depends on electricity prices, grid upgrade costs, and improvements in battery density.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Advance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advance. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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