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as in lends
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 promotes
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in progresses
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in upgrades
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 proposes
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in advancements
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 improvements
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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Recent Examples of advances
Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
Unlike musical theatre or opera, where the music often advances the plot or at least has some kind of narrative content, the cinema of pop-and-rock stardom extrudes fake songs incidentally, almost as a waste product.
—Mitch Therieau, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
Nicholas Biebuyck, heritage director of TAG Heuer, told Fairchild Studio that the TH80-00 showcases how avant-garde engineering advances a complication that has been around for more than 100 years.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2026
Toluca advances to the semifinals and will face LAFC, which eliminated defending tournament champion Cruz Azul on Tuesday night in Puebla, Mexico.
—Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 16 Apr. 2026
The winner advances to playing a seven-game series against top-seeded defending champion Oklahoma City, while the loser’s season will end.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
The preliminary outcome, if confirmed, would mark the fourth consecutive time Fujimori advances to a second round.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
The two sides are tied in group play and the winner advances to the final tournament.
—Pj Green
april 11, Kansas City Star, 11 Apr. 2026
Through this comparative method, Dara Shikoh advances the view that the two traditions express fundamentally equivalent spiritual truths.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
The modeling industry has long played a role in perpetuating unrealistic body standards, though there have been cyclical advances and setbacks.
—Rory Satran, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026
By pairing newer technology with a longstanding commitment to patient care, the practice continues to support ongoing advances in the field.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
And those efforts have only accelerated, especially since the debut of generative AI chatbots in 2022 and recent advances in agentic AI.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
The landmark case is the first time the justices will consider whether the controversial practice of digital dragnets, which have grown in popularity among law enforcement with advances in technology, violate constitutional protections against unreasonable searches.
—Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Technological advances during the 19th and 20th centuries reduced travel costs and increased accessibility to distant locations, thereby expanding demand for travel content.
—Suzanne Dundas, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
This upcoming edition was already the buzziest in years since usually secretive Apple has publicly promised to showcase anticipated AI advances.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2026
According to experts, these advances highlight progress in core capabilities such as real-time control, terrain adaptation, and autonomous decision-making, with implications for search and rescue, industrial operations, logistics, and defense applications.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
Verb
The winner advances to the best-of-three championship series beginning May 9 — the day after the Sun’s opener against the New York Liberty.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
Unlike musical theatre or opera, where the music often advances the plot or at least has some kind of narrative content, the cinema of pop-and-rock stardom extrudes fake songs incidentally, almost as a waste product.
—Mitch Therieau, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
Nicholas Biebuyck, heritage director of TAG Heuer, told Fairchild Studio that the TH80-00 showcases how avant-garde engineering advances a complication that has been around for more than 100 years.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2026
Toluca advances to the semifinals and will face LAFC, which eliminated defending tournament champion Cruz Azul on Tuesday night in Puebla, Mexico.
—Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 16 Apr. 2026
The winner advances to playing a seven-game series against top-seeded defending champion Oklahoma City, while the loser’s season will end.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
The preliminary outcome, if confirmed, would mark the fourth consecutive time Fujimori advances to a second round.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
The two sides are tied in group play and the winner advances to the final tournament.
—Pj Green
april 11, Kansas City Star, 11 Apr. 2026
Through this comparative method, Dara Shikoh advances the view that the two traditions express fundamentally equivalent spiritual truths.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
Talley found himself back before Lyke on Tuesday, the day after another judge had ordered Talley detained while the police shooting case advances.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
The modeling industry has long played a role in perpetuating unrealistic body standards, though there have been cyclical advances and setbacks.
—Rory Satran, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026
By pairing newer technology with a longstanding commitment to patient care, the practice continues to support ongoing advances in the field.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
And those efforts have only accelerated, especially since the debut of generative AI chatbots in 2022 and recent advances in agentic AI.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
The landmark case is the first time the justices will consider whether the controversial practice of digital dragnets, which have grown in popularity among law enforcement with advances in technology, violate constitutional protections against unreasonable searches.
—Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Technological advances during the 19th and 20th centuries reduced travel costs and increased accessibility to distant locations, thereby expanding demand for travel content.
—Suzanne Dundas, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
This upcoming edition was already the buzziest in years since usually secretive Apple has publicly promised to showcase anticipated AI advances.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2026
According to experts, these advances highlight progress in core capabilities such as real-time control, terrain adaptation, and autonomous decision-making, with implications for search and rescue, industrial operations, logistics, and defense applications.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advances
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Furniture is a mix of new and vintage, and the sometimes-quirky art on the walls lends a personal touch that feels more residential than hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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To wriggle out of Joseph’s grasp, Michael hires a brash young lawyer, John Branca, played by Miles Teller, who lends the coolly confident character a delightfully rough edge.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2026
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School gardening also promotes an increase in vegetable consumption.—
Shelley Mitchell,
The Conversation,
23 Apr. 2026
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Heat Dairy and non-dairy yogurts are made through a fermentation process that promotes the growth of certain beneficial bacterial strains.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
23 Apr. 2026
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As work progresses, the project will be closely watched as a test of whether long-standing environmental issues can finally be resolved.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
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Duncan told The Star that the amendment provides for more transparency as the project progresses.—
Dylan Lysen,
Kansas City Star,
16 Apr. 2026
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The money will fund the replacement of 26 school buildings; upgrades to existing classrooms, playgrounds and athletic facilities; technology upgrades along with new buses.—
Lacey Beasley,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Bank of America upgrades Twilio to buy from underperform Bank of America said the company is well positioned for growth.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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The city’s nightlife offerings — including everything from concert venues and nightclubs to some wine bars and restaurants — are set to see a major overhaul this year as the city’s licensing department proposes changes to its regulatory framework for them.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Trump’s 2027 budget, released a few days before CISA issued its current advisory, proposes to cut more than seven hundred million dollars from the agency; among other things, the budget eliminates its election-security program.—
Sue Halpern,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Additional storm development is also possible across the Appalachians into the Mid-Atlantic as an upper-level system approaches from the west.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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As a courtroom showdown between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively approaches next month, lawyers for the former co-stars continued to hash out key pretrial issues Tuesday before a federal judge.—
Rebecca Keegan,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
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Today’s advancements, such as waste management and precision irrigation, are not merely choices, but necessary investments for long-term survival.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
27 Apr. 2026
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The case stands as a powerful example of how advancements in forensic science, particularly utilizing DNA and forensic genetic genealogy, continue to transform cold case investigations, delivering answers even decades after crimes occur.—
Joseph Buczek,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Explore making home improvements with the help of others.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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And while the generative AI boom has brought significant improvements to our society, Mythos, Anthropic’s most advanced model, should be a clarion call to address weaknesses in our cyber ecosystem.—
Kemba Walden,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Advances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advances. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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