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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
Dylan Butts, CNBC, 9 May 2025
Sportsfile | Getty Images Alphabet decided to spin off Isomorphic from DeepMind, tasking the startup with using the AlphaFold technology to deliver biomedical breakthroughs and advance drug design programs.
—Hayden Field, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
David O'Brien, New York Times, 4 July 2025
Wu always centered her work around a larger mission of advancing knowledge and helping patients, Flanagan said.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
Elise Hammond, CNN Money, 4 July 2025
The oldest line of Traeger reviewed here, the Pro 34, is a serviceable and very affordable pellet grill that has simply been overtaken by advances in the pellet grill space.
—Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 July 2025
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Verb
However, chip analysts say the chipmaker’s ability to increase capacity in advance chips — used in applications that demand higher levels of computing performance and efficiency at higher yields — is limited.
—Dylan Butts, CNBC, 9 May 2025
Sportsfile | Getty Images Alphabet decided to spin off Isomorphic from DeepMind, tasking the startup with using the AlphaFold technology to deliver biomedical breakthroughs and advance drug design programs.
—Hayden Field, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
Atlanta didn’t advance a runner past first base and was facing its fourth shutout in seven games before Jurickson Profar’s one-out homer in the ninth, his second in as many games since returning from an 80-game PED suspension.
—David O'Brien, New York Times, 4 July 2025
Wu always centered her work around a larger mission of advancing knowledge and helping patients, Flanagan said.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
Adjective
Competitors train for months in advance, preparing their bodies to consume thousands of calories in just a few minutes.
—Elise Hammond, CNN Money, 4 July 2025
The oldest line of Traeger reviewed here, the Pro 34, is a serviceable and very affordable pellet grill that has simply been overtaken by advances in the pellet grill space.
—Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advance
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Culkin lent his voice to the audio drama Outliers, earning a 2023 Ambie nomination for Best Performance in Audio Fiction.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
30 June 2025
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The casting of Blanchett lends instant artistic heft to whatever comes next for Squid Game.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2025
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Trump promoted tax cuts and border security among the provisions to support in the legislation.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
30 June 2025
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Target has tapped the promotional strategy frequently in recent years, cutting or maintaining prices on important seasonal categories such as toys or Thanksgiving meal supplies, while also promoting lists of related items as falling under a certain amount.—
Glen Luke Flanagan,
Fortune,
30 June 2025
Verb
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The ship’s construction began in February 2023 with steel cutting and then progressed with the keel laying in December 2023.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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Budget cuts, staff reductions and other sweeping changes from the federal government are posing real threats to California’s environment and progress against climate change, state officials said Thursday.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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Presentation elevates the ordinary, making items more appreciated, and also far more viral Quality ingredients/components/materials make a huge difference.—
Michelle Greenwald,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Studio Azuki plans to fuse this international momentum with Japan’s anime culture to pioneer new production models, elevate storytelling quality, enable fan collaboration and introduce social-first formats.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
1 July 2025
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But only $2 million is being allocated to nutrition, an amount experts suggest is inadequate.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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UPenn also released a statement acknowledging the agreement, and suggested changes to its swimming records will be made.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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While going through the lineups in media dining prior to the game, Elston approached with words of wisdom.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Macfarlane approaches the question by contrasting rivers’ legal rights with those enjoyed by corporations—often quite close to those afforded to persons—which dam, drill, and divert rivers in damaging ways.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
Noun
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Create clear pathways for advancement via micro-credentials.—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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With recent advancements in smart home technologies, a rediscovery of traditional craftsmanship, and a rekindling of national pride, Chinese industry leaders said the number of luxury domestic furniture brands is expected to rise in the near term.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
10 July 2025
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Additional improvements in Mexico's animal movement controls and surveillance efforts remain critical for remaining ports to reopen as scheduled.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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The private survey appeared to diverge from the country's official PMI report, released on Monday, which showed that manufacturing activity contracted for a third consecutive month in June, despite a modest improvement from the previous two months.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 July 2025
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“Advance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advance. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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