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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
Hayden Field, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
According to multiple sources, Rodgers also signed an advance consent form, meaning the Astros are allowed to either option him to the minor leagues or terminate his contract without pay within the first 45 days of the season.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
Anthony Wood, Space.com, 22 June 2025
And yet, here is Inter Miami, a nascent MLS team, on the verge of advancing to the Round of 16 heading into its game against Brazilian great Palmeiras on Monday night at Hard Rock Stadium.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 22 June 2025
Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
Thanks to advances in training and nutrition, performance and skill levels increased in virtually every sport.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 June 2025
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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
According to multiple sources, Rodgers also signed an advance consent form, meaning the Astros are allowed to either option him to the minor leagues or terminate his contract without pay within the first 45 days of the season.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
Among their ranks was the famous science communicator and astronomer Annie Maunder, who advanced the scientific community's understanding of our parent star by observing the shifting sizes and positions of sunspots.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 22 June 2025
And yet, here is Inter Miami, a nascent MLS team, on the verge of advancing to the Round of 16 heading into its game against Brazilian great Palmeiras on Monday night at Hard Rock Stadium.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 22 June 2025
Adjective
Parking is limited and must be purchased in advance online for $10 at cityofsanteeca.gov/calendar/events/santee-salutes/45842.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
Thanks to advances in training and nutrition, performance and skill levels increased in virtually every sport.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advance
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The bank can also lend more if its stress capital buffer is lower, boosting revenues for its consumer banking and lending division.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
20 June 2025
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But Michael Caine does drop in to lend it some class.—
Chris Nashawaty,
EW.com,
20 June 2025
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Topline The Trump administration sued the city of Los Angeles on Monday, claiming its policy limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement efforts promotes attacks on law enforcement, the latest legal battle centered around the L.A. protests against federal deportation raids.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
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
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Officials, though, have insisted for months that talks are progressing with trading partners such as India, Japan and Vietnam but have not made any announcements.—
Alex Gangitano,
The Hill,
29 June 2025
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Most patients survive between two to five years after diagnosis, losing control of their muscles as the neurodegenerative condition progresses.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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Core inflation, which excludes the volatile food and energy categories, remains elevated at 2.5%.—
Lionel Lim,
Fortune,
19 June 2025
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Even so, Trump has raged at Powell for more than seven years after the president elevated him to lead the Fed in 2017.—
Sylvan Lane,
The Hill,
18 June 2025
Verb
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For external cleaning of your kitchen sink, Sandifer suggests using a disinfectant spray with a degreaser and a microfiber cloth to run over the faucet, handles, and surface area.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
22 June 2025
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Which suggests to me that Magic, who is now part of the Dodgers’ ownership group, learned quite well from Dr. Buss.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
22 June 2025
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The accident comes as the gallery approaches its 10-year anniversary season of celebration, kicking off in August with its annual Fashion Meets Art event and culminating Oct. 10.—
Racquel Bazos,
Baltimore Sun,
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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The research could lead to advancements in formulating pharmaceuticals, among other applications.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
28 June 2025
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These advancements can lead to better support experiences, stronger internal knowledge sharing and more responsive service.—
Marc Scheipe,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Some of these teams will succeed in navigating this seller’s market and making significant improvements, likely at considerable cost.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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Spending at building material and garden supply stores also saw big drops, suggesting less residential investment in home improvements.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
21 June 2025
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“Advance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advance. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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