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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
Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
The debut advances Waymo’s goal of starting service this year in more than 20 cities, from overseas capitals such as London and Tokyo to US locations including Nashville.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
Any Republican who advances to the general election will face steep odds of winning.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 24 Feb. 2026
Every day, our community advances that mission through work that changes lives; strengthens our city, region, and state; and makes an impact around the world.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Hodges is envisioning growth that protects company culture, advances technician development, and enhances customer relationships.
—William Jones, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
As the Pentagon advances its own robotic vehicle programs, platforms like ATLAS show how industry aims to field modular, autonomous systems at speed.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
The bill advances to the House Education Oversight Committee for another vote.
—Nuria Martinez-Keel, Oklahoma Voice, 20 Feb. 2026
Escondido advances to Friday’s quarterfinals, hosting the winner of Santa Fe Christian-Eastlake.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Kelsy Mittauer, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
Tardily, productivity advances began to show up in the official data.
—Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2026
With advances in sight-restoration technologies, such as gene and stem cell therapies, and greater access to cataract surgery, many more people may gain sight even after decades of blindness.
—Sachin Rawat, Big Think, 2 Mar. 2026
Tardily, productivity advances began to show up in the official data.
—Paul Wiseman, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
San Pasqual advances to the Southern California Regionals, with brackets unveiled Sunday.
—Breven Honda, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
And tech companies like Palantir and SpaceX are driving advances in the use of AI and space-based capabilities, respectively.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 24 Feb. 2026
More than 10 years after Chouest's arrest and conviction, in January, Parga was positively identified thanks to advances in DNA technology and through working with the DNA Doe Project, the sheriff's release said.
—Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 24 Feb. 2026
Some tech stocks fell sharply as advances in artificial intelligence continued to reverberate through the markets, putting further drag on the major stock indexes.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
As the novel opens, Waugh’s Universal Baseball Association is in its fifty-sixth season, each of which requires some six weeks of fervid dice rolling (a roll of 4-4-6, for instance, yields a single and advances runners by two bases).
—Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
The debut advances Waymo’s goal of starting service this year in more than 20 cities, from overseas capitals such as London and Tokyo to US locations including Nashville.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
Any Republican who advances to the general election will face steep odds of winning.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 24 Feb. 2026
Every day, our community advances that mission through work that changes lives; strengthens our city, region, and state; and makes an impact around the world.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Hodges is envisioning growth that protects company culture, advances technician development, and enhances customer relationships.
—William Jones, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
As the Pentagon advances its own robotic vehicle programs, platforms like ATLAS show how industry aims to field modular, autonomous systems at speed.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
The bill advances to the House Education Oversight Committee for another vote.
—Nuria Martinez-Keel, Oklahoma Voice, 20 Feb. 2026
Escondido advances to Friday’s quarterfinals, hosting the winner of Santa Fe Christian-Eastlake.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
Jennifer Atherton recalled one instance early in her career, when a male supervisor repeatedly made advances towards her.
—Kelsy Mittauer, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
Tardily, productivity advances began to show up in the official data.
—Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2026
With advances in sight-restoration technologies, such as gene and stem cell therapies, and greater access to cataract surgery, many more people may gain sight even after decades of blindness.
—Sachin Rawat, Big Think, 2 Mar. 2026
Tardily, productivity advances began to show up in the official data.
—Paul Wiseman, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
San Pasqual advances to the Southern California Regionals, with brackets unveiled Sunday.
—Breven Honda, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
And tech companies like Palantir and SpaceX are driving advances in the use of AI and space-based capabilities, respectively.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 24 Feb. 2026
More than 10 years after Chouest's arrest and conviction, in January, Parga was positively identified thanks to advances in DNA technology and through working with the DNA Doe Project, the sheriff's release said.
—Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 24 Feb. 2026
Some tech stocks fell sharply as advances in artificial intelligence continued to reverberate through the markets, putting further drag on the major stock indexes.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advances
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This pillow landed in our best-of Naturepedic roundup for its shredded latex fill and breathable cotton cover, as well as its peculiar shape that lends itself perfectly to pain-free sleep.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
26 Feb. 2026
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Tony DeSare lends his signature vocals and dynamic piano playing to a symphonic celebration of the Piano Man’s most iconic rock hits.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
26 Feb. 2026
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Holiday marketing promotes diamond jewelry only as Valentine's Day or milestone anniversary gifts.—
Malana VanTayler,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
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Select a potting mix that promotes drainage.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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Gear improves, the training that goes into us as climbers progresses.—
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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The first team with 10 tracks placed correctly on their timeline progresses to a prize money final.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
26 Feb. 2026
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Jefferies upgrades Enphase to buy from hold Jefferies sees upside for the solar inverter provider.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2026
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Brick is beautiful in its own way, but there's something about the rugged appeal of mismatched rocks that instantly upgrades a front yard.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
20 Feb. 2026
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Now one lawmaker proposes to boost the state’s share.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Feb. 2026
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The developer says the project could bring more than $600 million in revenue to Castle Pines in the next 40 years and that, along with up to nearly 4,000 homes, the project proposes 70 acres of open space.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
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As totality approaches and the moon dims, binoculars will reveal variations in color and texture.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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Still, critics argue the retraction underscores the need for careful reexamination as the agency approaches a 2026 deadline to review glyphosate’s safety.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The current reality of AI cancer research While Ricks has some doubts about AI’s scientific research capabilities, several AI models have made significant advancements in cancer research.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
2 Mar. 2026
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Morgan Jade Violi was abducted while playing outside her apartment building July 24, 1996, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and, for 30 years, her case remained cold until recent advancements in forensic science linked Robert Scott Froberg to her killing.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
1 Mar. 2026
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More funding was given to improve Georgia 316, a highway between Atlanta and Athens, road improvements by local governments, and repairs and replacement for rural bridges.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Summer flooding did bring a modest rise to lake levels, but the improvements were short-lived.—
Anthony Franze,
San Antonio Express-News,
26 Feb. 2026
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