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as in evolved
being far along in development
an advanced civilization, among the first anywhere to use the plow, developed on the banks of the Nile River thousands of years ago
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as in progressive
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
went to a very advanced school for gifted children
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as in lent
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 promoted
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in progressed
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in elevated
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 proposed
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in approached
to move closer to
advanced cautiously toward the snarling dog
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Recent Examples of advanced
Josh Boak, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Now, to verify hematite’s properties, the researchers turned to the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), one of the world’s most advanced neutron research facilities.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 17 Apr. 2026
Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 10 Apr. 2026
The Osceola Magic advanced to their second-straight Eastern Conference Finals after a 123-116 win over the Motor City Cruise on Friday night.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Anthropic has also been in talks with the European Union about its AI models, including advanced models that haven’t yet been released in Europe, European Commission spokesman Thomas Regnier said Friday.
—Josh Boak, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Now, to verify hematite’s properties, the researchers turned to the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), one of the world’s most advanced neutron research facilities.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
Trump has also advanced plans for a new National Garden of Heroes, funded through federal arts and cultural grants that were initially distributed to arts organizations across the United States and later canceled by his administration.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 10 Apr. 2026
The Osceola Magic advanced to their second-straight Eastern Conference Finals after a 123-116 win over the Motor City Cruise on Friday night.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advanced
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Several prominent names in the sport have been vocal in recent years about the need for an evolved calendar, one that reflects a competitive yet health-conscious approach.—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Apr. 2026
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Many of the original stars will return, stepping back into their iconic roles in the glamorous — but evolved — high-fashion journalism industry years later.—
Rebecca Aizin,
PEOPLE,
5 Apr. 2026
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In 1960, Chevy Chase graduated as valedictorian from Massachusetts' progressive Stockbridge School.—
Joyann Jeffrey,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Democrats last year found allies among GOP House members from red districts in progressive states.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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These companies have lent money to software businesses and others that may be under threat from AI, and some have seen a rush of investors trying to pull out their money.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2026
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But those tireless days lent him the discipline required to pursue a career in tech, and motivated him to improve the agricultural business.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
13 Apr. 2026
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Soyfer said one of the goals of the litigation is to build a movement that leads to a higher ruling to broadly curb the surveillance state promoted by the widespread adoption of ALPR cameras.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2026
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But Macy's was instrumental in transforming how the season was promoted in other ways as well.—
Randy Tucker,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Site planning work at West Burton has also progressed, including geotechnical surveys and environmental assessments.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Apr. 2026
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The character — best friend to Maddy (Alexa Demie) and Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) — initially stood out for her arc around body confidence and sexuality, but was increasingly pushed to the margins as the season progressed.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2026
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Dana Walden was elevated to president and chief creative officer, unifying the company’s creative businesses.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Apr. 2026
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He had been elevated to the job in the middle of the 2000 season, but had not been given the full-time position.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Apr. 2026
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The college also proposed creating a think tank that would draft recommendations for the West Virginia legislature.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Former President Joe Biden proposed a federal gas tax holiday in 2022 when gas prices were high, but congressional Democrats dismissed the idea.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The spokesperson also said the suspect approached the officer without warning, prompting the officer to react.—
Matthew Ablon,
CBS News,
19 Apr. 2026
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From the first shovel in the ground to the final drop of water, Brooke Woods and her family approached the project with a hands-on mindset.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Advanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advanced. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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