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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
Stephanie Stephens,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
The company says the system combines advanced hypersonic performance, survivability, and scalability while emphasizing lower production costs and faster manufacturing.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 June 2026
Jon Root Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
Reform efforts by Poland’s King Stanislaus II Augustus Poniatowski, a former lover of Catherine the Great, had not advanced far enough to fend off the predators.
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David Armitage,
Washington Post,
26 June 2026
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Adjective
Scientists have developed a technique to make CAR T-cell therapy — an advanced cancer treatment used for some blood cancers — safer and more effective for solid tumors.
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Stephanie Stephens,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
The company says the system combines advanced hypersonic performance, survivability, and scalability while emphasizing lower production costs and faster manufacturing.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 June 2026
Verb
The bracket was also shaped by Group B tiebreakers — Belgium and Egypt both finished on five points, but Belgium advanced with a better goal differential.
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Jon Root Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
Reform efforts by Poland’s King Stanislaus II Augustus Poniatowski, a former lover of Catherine the Great, had not advanced far enough to fend off the predators.
—
David Armitage,
Washington Post,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advanced
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This evolved mission mandates more than technology alone.
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The leader and protector of his kingdom, his character embodies this Fire sign in its most evolved form.
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His endorsements are for progressive candidates challenging incumbent Democrats.
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In a crowded field, voters will pick among four candidates who are all different flavors of Democrat, ranging from moderate to much more progressive and aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America.
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In 1973 that work lent its name to a semi-fictionalised documentary about the artist.
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Originally, putting her name on the business wasn’t her idea, Fahnlander said, but others convinced her the name lent legitimacy.
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At the San Diego event, the guide also promoted one restaurant, Kato in Los Angeles, to the two-star list and honored nine new restaurants with one-star awards, including Naides in San Francisco, one of the few Filipino cuisine restaurants in the nation with that distinction.
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She was hired as a sous chef and promoted to executive chef just two months later.
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As the race progressed, Schlossberg received heavy media scrutiny by The New York Times with reports of high turnover inside his campaign and allegations of erratic behavior.
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As things progressed, sources say the studio brought in Reeves’ Toy Story 4 director to pitch his vision, which eventually led to Reeves thumbs up to star in the film.
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The series effectively elevated the character beyond being viewed simply as Superman’s female counterpart, reimagining her as a more emotionally complex and world-weary hero still grappling with the trauma of Krypton’s destruction.
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This morning, Oprah attended the annual Cannes LionHeart Seminar in an all-white look that felt effortlessly cool; it was elevated without being fussy.
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Several environmental groups have also proposed removing or entirely bypassing the Glen Canyon Dam, draining what's left into Lake Mead, and implementing stricter water conservation measures.
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The warning came after a key naval information group had proposed alternative shipping corridors on Saturday, asking shipowners to consider transiting the strait along the southern route with their transponder signals on.
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As evening approached, attendees packed the concert area in anticipation of Common’s performance.
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Dirk and Martine, had first approached James and Jeff about renovating the existing lodge.
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“Advanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advanced. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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