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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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2
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
Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Himes serves as the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee and had voiced concerns about not getting advance notice about the strikes, given the role of the committee on intelligence matters.
—Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 28 June 2025
Hussein Kalout, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2025
The growth of retail media ecosystems is tremendous as the industry acquires massive amounts of transaction data, advanced targeting capabilities, and emerging in-store technologies.
—Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Don’t hesitate to think in advance and prepare for next year’s summer or future warm-weather trips.
—Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
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Verb
The tour is free with advance registration, and does not require a homes tour ticket.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Himes serves as the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee and had voiced concerns about not getting advance notice about the strikes, given the role of the committee on intelligence matters.
—Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 28 June 2025
Noun
Even previous Brazilian skeptics of the consortium now regard it as an indispensable platform for advancing the country’s interests.
—Hussein Kalout, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2025
The growth of retail media ecosystems is tremendous as the industry acquires massive amounts of transaction data, advanced targeting capabilities, and emerging in-store technologies.
—Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Since 1949, the organization has worked to fund research, advance treatments, provide free support and advocate for better health care access for people impacted by the more than 100 types of blood cancer.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Don’t hesitate to think in advance and prepare for next year’s summer or future warm-weather trips.
—Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advance
Verb
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Due to the lag between purchasing components and selling his products, his family agreed to lend him money to help with cash flow.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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Current New York City Fire Department Rescue 1 firefighters also lent the bride and groom a firetruck, which transported Marino to her wedding venue.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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This team is once again dealing with turnover at offensive coordinator, with Kevin Patullo promoted over the offseason to replace Kellen Moore, who is now head coach of the Saints.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Commission was also unimpressed by Jackson continuing to promote SPIS’ data around the location on the pitch and timing of Paqueta’s bookings during the game during cross-examination, despite the fact that the FA had abandoned this evidence.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Follow your interests so passion fuels progress.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The issue is that the team might need more help as the season progresses.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Boating conditions are elevated on Tuesday and Friday, significant on Wednesday and Thursday.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 Aug. 2025
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Brian Smith was able to keep some key pieces, including QB Parker Navarro, after being elevated to head coach when Charlotte hired away Tim Albin.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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The Boring Company and Elon Musk have repeatedly suggested that the Teslas driving below Las Vegas will eventually drive themselves, but until now, there has been no firm timeline for when that process would formally begin.—
Jessica Mathews,
Fortune,
27 Aug. 2025
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Stage three, characterized by wound closure (as the name suggests), appeared between three and six weeks.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
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Hurricane Kiko slowly approaching Hawaii Hurricane Kiko will be closely watched for up to 10 days, AccuWeather Meteorologist Geoff Cornish said.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The 90-minute sci-fi anthology will comprise six 15-minute stories adapted from novels by independent authors, examining the conflicted emotions surrounding technological advancement.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
29 Aug. 2025
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His main goal behind joining Interesting Engineering is to learn more about how the recent technological advancements are helping human beings on both societal and individual levels in their daily lives.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Aug. 2025
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But, despite the shift on her service grip and a new shape to her forehand, her improvement stalled.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
31 Aug. 2025
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That contract was contingent on Cygnet completing a minimum of $370,000 of capital improvements with one year, according to the initial request for proposal (RFP) from the theater company.—
David J. Bohnet,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Advance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advance. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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