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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
Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
The team ended that season with a 12-5 record and advanced to the NFC Championship for the first time in 30 years.
—Joseph Buczek, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
Stevenson eventually launched an 80-footer that was well short, and Clemson had advanced.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Brands like Innome illustrated this shift, focusing on activewear with cooling, non-sticky, seamless tailoring and advanced lamination techniques.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2026
The team ended that season with a 12-5 record and advanced to the NFC Championship for the first time in 30 years.
—Joseph Buczek, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
Verb
On Thursday, before the House commerce committee advanced the sports authority bill, Xu proposed amending it to make the team representative a non-voting member of the board.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
Stevenson eventually launched an 80-footer that was well short, and Clemson had advanced.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advanced
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Released 18 years after 28 Weeks Later (2007), the third installment in the postapocalyptic horror series is set on one of the British Isles, where a community has flourished, isolated from the more evolved versions of the infected that still terrorize the region.—
Ilana Gordon,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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In the last century, scientists have found bountiful evidence of complexity and engineering in living systems that seems highly unlikely to have emerged from a world of evolved necessity.—
Andrew McDiarmid,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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As Utah emerged as the epicenter of an internal GOP conflict over AI regulation, two groups with considerable links to progressive politics were quietly stoking the flames.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Mar. 2026
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The 2026 Hall of Fame Class also includes Kelly Barr, classical music; Denise Crosby, journalism; Leslie Hunt, popular and progressive music; Stanley Konopka, classical music; Mary Beth McCarthy, choral music; and Juel Ulven, folk music.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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Donnie Coleman, Gary’s old bandmate from Rockfish Railroad/Train Robbery days, came by and lent dobro and high tenor harmony to many a number there in the trailer.—
Jonathan Bernstein,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2026
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Desmond Fairchild got a speck of dust in his eye and Dotty, tut-tutting with concern, lent him a tissue to blow his nose.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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He was promoted to associate head coach from assistant on October 14, 2025.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
18 Mar. 2026
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Fleck promoted next year’s deeper crop of pro prospects.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
18 Mar. 2026
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Miles McBride has progressed to performing on-court basketball activities and taking contact in practice, but there is no firm timetable in place for his return from surgery to repair a pelvic/core muscle.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
17 Mar. 2026
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More than 4,000 Amazon shoppers love the system; system 2 for progressed thinning is the most popular.—
Kate Tully Ellsworth,
USA Today,
17 Mar. 2026
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This has elevated the need for specialists who are not only knowledgeable about destinations but also adept at managing the complexities of today's travel environment.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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Known for layered interiors infused with cinematic flair, Durham Ranch is quintessential Fulk—his distinctly Western take on Americana, elevated with chic accents and designed with entertaining in mind.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2026
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The administration's most recent budget proposed a 40% cut to the bureau, though Congress eventually enacted less dramatic cuts.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Mar. 2026
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In response, Pretoria has proposed a 20% tax on online gambling profits, a move that could also boost government coffers.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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When officers arrived, two men approached them wearing masks and gloves, carrying at least one gun.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
16 Mar. 2026
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From the beginning, Madeleine approached her training with seriousness and respect for the craft.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Advanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advanced. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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