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advance

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1 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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2 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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quantum leap

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setback

advance

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Synonyms & Antonyms of advance (Entry 2 of 2)

1 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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lend,
loan

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lease,
let
[chiefly British],
rent

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receive,
take

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borrow

2 to help the growth or development of

great thinkers who did much to advance modern science

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3 to move forward along a course

as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter

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take out

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gain ground

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regress

wait

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4 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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kick upstairs

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5 to set before the mind for consideration

let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal

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move

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6 to move closer to

advanced cautiously toward the snarling dog

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advance, promote, forward, further mean to help (someone or something) to move ahead. advance stresses effective assisting in hastening a process or bringing about a desired end. advance the cause of peace promote suggests an encouraging or fostering and may denote an increase in status or rank. a campaign to promote better health forward implies an impetus forcing something ahead. a wage increase would forward productivity further suggests a removing of obstacles in the way of a desired advance. used the marriage to further his career