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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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2
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
Chris Lipp, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Russia has suffered more troop deaths than any major power since World War II, yet advances only 49-230 feet daily in a grinding war of attrition.
—Kamila Hrabchuk, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Reihan Salam – Salam is president of the Manhattan Institute, a research and advocacy organization that advances opportunity, individual liberty and the rule of law in America and its great cities.
—CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
The donation also advances North Texas’ overall Better Look North donation campaign, which has a goal of $100 million.
—Samuel O’Neal 22, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026
The moment advances the romantic tension between the two teens in a major way, and director James Bobin previously teased that the scene would appear in the first episode of Season 3.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026
One house from each region advances to the finals, and of those, one is ultimately selected receive a $150,000 renovation.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
One of the biggest surprises of the year advances to a conference championship game.
—Chris Bumbaca, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
As the project advances, Soto hopes to galvanize further dissent with others.
—Uwa Ede-Osifo, Dallas Morning News, 15 Jan. 2026
Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
The showcase highlights advances in multi-robot coordination and suggests how teams of humanoids could be deployed and operated on future manufacturing floors.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Jan. 2026
The Eaton Fire Survivors Network is urging Southern California Edison to provide up to $200,000 per household in temporary housing advances, to be deducted from final settlements.
—James Ward, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Today, however, many companies are instead relying on AI and other technological advances to replace the roles that entry-level employees once played.
—Patrick E. Hopkins, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
Duckworth paid Bainbridge, in effect, a salary, with only nominal advances per title.
—Christopher Tayler, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
These included no agreements with partners for repaying cash advances from the county; failing to timely reimburse nonprofits in the field for services even when money was available; inadequate controls over contract reviews or cash payments; and inappropriate use of funds.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Together, these advances suggest that at-home neuromodulation may soon become a standard part of depression care rather than a fringe option.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
Instead, set up a meeting with a senior leader to ask their advice on an issue that advances their goals.
—Chris Lipp, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Russia has suffered more troop deaths than any major power since World War II, yet advances only 49-230 feet daily in a grinding war of attrition.
—Kamila Hrabchuk, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Reihan Salam – Salam is president of the Manhattan Institute, a research and advocacy organization that advances opportunity, individual liberty and the rule of law in America and its great cities.
—CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
The donation also advances North Texas’ overall Better Look North donation campaign, which has a goal of $100 million.
—Samuel O’Neal 22, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026
The moment advances the romantic tension between the two teens in a major way, and director James Bobin previously teased that the scene would appear in the first episode of Season 3.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026
One house from each region advances to the finals, and of those, one is ultimately selected receive a $150,000 renovation.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
One of the biggest surprises of the year advances to a conference championship game.
—Chris Bumbaca, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
As the project advances, Soto hopes to galvanize further dissent with others.
—Uwa Ede-Osifo, Dallas Morning News, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
This rising use of AI has principally been spurred by the evolving advances and widespread adoption of generative AI.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
The showcase highlights advances in multi-robot coordination and suggests how teams of humanoids could be deployed and operated on future manufacturing floors.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Jan. 2026
The Eaton Fire Survivors Network is urging Southern California Edison to provide up to $200,000 per household in temporary housing advances, to be deducted from final settlements.
—James Ward, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Today, however, many companies are instead relying on AI and other technological advances to replace the roles that entry-level employees once played.
—Patrick E. Hopkins, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
Duckworth paid Bainbridge, in effect, a salary, with only nominal advances per title.
—Christopher Tayler, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
These included no agreements with partners for repaying cash advances from the county; failing to timely reimburse nonprofits in the field for services even when money was available; inadequate controls over contract reviews or cash payments; and inappropriate use of funds.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Together, these advances suggest that at-home neuromodulation may soon become a standard part of depression care rather than a fringe option.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advances
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This lends even further support for the snail’s sophisticated level of biological control over what would otherwise be simple geochemical precipitation.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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British acting royalty Judi Dench, Kenneth Branagh, Benedict Cumberbatch and Kate Winslet – who lends her voice to the film – were among the stars in attendance.—
Lauren Said-Moorhouse,
CNN Money,
29 Jan. 2026
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The event, which promotes TV shows and movies for the year and beyond, had only been announced to the press.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
31 Jan. 2026
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North Dakota and Rhode Island have among the most restrictive statewide bans, requiring phones be kept in inaccessible storage, according to an analysis by the Institute for Families and Technology, a nonprofit that promotes digital safety for children.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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In about two-thirds of patients, the disease rapidly progresses, and coma can strike within five to seven days.—
Michal Ruprecht,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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As the song progresses, more elements—slow-moving filter sweeps, waltzing arpeggios, a deep and doomy bassline—appear and disappear, moving into the fore of the stereo field before corroding and flaking away.—
Dash Lewis,
Pitchfork,
29 Jan. 2026
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KeyBanc upgrades Nextpower to overweight from sector weight KeyBanc sees an attractive risk/reward for the alternative energy company following earnings.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Her declaration comes after Lady Danbury proposes the idea of it to Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel), following her own request to leave the ton and go back to her ancestral home.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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The rocket SpaceX proposes using is its massive Starship, with the upper stage of the vehicle configured as the lunar lander.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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As their mission approaches, the Artemis 2 astronauts recently entered a pre-mission quarantine to ensure their health and readiness ahead of launch.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Judaism approaches these moments with deep sensitivity, offering guidance not to judge or criticize, but to bring dignity, comfort, and peace—to the soul of the departed and to those left behind.—
Rabbi Moishe Kievman,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The goal is to enhance our lives by sharing safety measures, shielding each other from outside dangers; advancements in intelligence; and natural resources.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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Peter is also interested in how the hardware development intersects with advancements in computational architecture.—
Sarwant Singh,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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By the end of 2026, advanced teams could see productivity improvements of 60 to 70 percent in parts of the SDLC.—
Peter Bendor-Samuel,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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These improvements in the body conditions might be due to a population increase in the reindeer and walrus that the polar bears eat.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Advances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advances. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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