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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
Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Under the current rules, no team that advances from the play-in to the playoffs has a chance to participate in the draft lottery and earn a top-four pick.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
Earning the top seed means that if Osceola advances throughout the Eastern Conference playoffs, all games would be played at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2026
The winner advances to the Frozen Four in Las Vegas on April 9 to take on the winner of Sunday’s regional final in Albany, New York, between Minnesota Duluth and top overall seed Michigan.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
UConn advances to a true heavyweight clash in Sunday's final of the NCAA Tournament's East Region against top-seeded Duke.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
March Madness Sweet Sixteen thriller that advances Duke to its 13th Elite Eight.
—Joe Davidson
march 27, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Notre Dame advances to face longtime rival UConn in the Elite Eight on Sunday.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
As Tivic advances into 2026, its priorities include advancing development across several indications.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Patrick Salland, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026
The changes aim to eliminate what officials described as stigmatizing language and reflect advances in preventative care.
—Eric Henderson, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent advances in textiles have brought many quick-drying outdoor rugs to market.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2026
The threat of a similarly latent attack — in which malware lies dormant in critical infrastructure systems, waiting for a signal to activate — is a real cause for concern in the sector, despite its best efforts and technological advances, experts and insiders said.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent advances in ultrafast measurement techniques have revealed that electron emission is not instantaneous, as once believed, but influenced by complex interactions within atoms.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
Having astronaut eyes observe the lunar surface directly, in combination with the context of all the advances that scientists have made about the Moon over the last several decades, may uncover new discoveries and a more nuanced appreciation for the features on the surface of the Moon.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
If El-Sayed advances with Piker's support, the party will face continued pressure to engage with him, some analysts predict.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
While none of the commodities are traded as widely as oil, the surge indicates how ripple effects from the Middle East conflict could end up restricting production of the semiconductors that power artificial intelligence advances.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
Operational hydrogen propulsion by the 2030s The company’s latest milestone advances Japan’s strategy to export both hydrogen ship technology and associated fuel-supply systems.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Under the current rules, no team that advances from the play-in to the playoffs has a chance to participate in the draft lottery and earn a top-four pick.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
Earning the top seed means that if Osceola advances throughout the Eastern Conference playoffs, all games would be played at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2026
The winner advances to the Frozen Four in Las Vegas on April 9 to take on the winner of Sunday’s regional final in Albany, New York, between Minnesota Duluth and top overall seed Michigan.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
UConn advances to a true heavyweight clash in Sunday's final of the NCAA Tournament's East Region against top-seeded Duke.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
March Madness Sweet Sixteen thriller that advances Duke to its 13th Elite Eight.
—Joe Davidson
march 27, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Notre Dame advances to face longtime rival UConn in the Elite Eight on Sunday.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
As Tivic advances into 2026, its priorities include advancing development across several indications.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
According to the student paper, Welsh became extremely popular and spurned the advances of the men on campus.
—Patrick Salland, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026
The changes aim to eliminate what officials described as stigmatizing language and reflect advances in preventative care.
—Eric Henderson, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent advances in textiles have brought many quick-drying outdoor rugs to market.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2026
The threat of a similarly latent attack — in which malware lies dormant in critical infrastructure systems, waiting for a signal to activate — is a real cause for concern in the sector, despite its best efforts and technological advances, experts and insiders said.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent advances in ultrafast measurement techniques have revealed that electron emission is not instantaneous, as once believed, but influenced by complex interactions within atoms.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
Having astronaut eyes observe the lunar surface directly, in combination with the context of all the advances that scientists have made about the Moon over the last several decades, may uncover new discoveries and a more nuanced appreciation for the features on the surface of the Moon.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
If El-Sayed advances with Piker's support, the party will face continued pressure to engage with him, some analysts predict.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
While none of the commodities are traded as widely as oil, the surge indicates how ripple effects from the Middle East conflict could end up restricting production of the semiconductors that power artificial intelligence advances.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advances
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Not all Mauss’s material lends equally well to visualizations, and there are moments in the special when the animations are more distracting than additive.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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This study lends some important insight into a topic that’s previously been both under-discussed and understudied.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
30 Mar. 2026
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Critics are alarmed by its presence at the White House, saying the group promotes extreme views and undermines public schools.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Noah Centineo promotes Our Hero, Balthazar at the Lakers versus Cleveland Cavaliers game in Los Angeles on March 31.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
4 Apr. 2026
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More service center locations may be added as the transition progresses, the USDA said.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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As the month progresses, your attention shifts closer to home.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
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The city will pay $510,000 to reimburse Craft for part of the $750,000 in equipment and furniture upgrades the company committed to as part of the contract, according to the report.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Jefferies upgrades Ferrari to buy from neutral Jefferies says Ferrari has plenty of room for growth.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2026
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The budget also proposes a 10%, or $73 billion cut, in non-defense spending compared to 2026 levels.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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The budget proposes more than $19 billion for federal law enforcement -- a 15% increase from 2026.—
Isabella Murray,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, Michigan continues to play a large role in shaping the nation's future, especially in presidential elections.—
Rachelle Graham,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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The cast approaches the picture with a delightfully devil-may-care sincerity, playing off of one another with a simple ease.—
Gina Friedlande,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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The advancements and huge sums of money flowing into the sector pose both risks and rewards for insurers and lenders.—
April Roach,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2026
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Despite these advancements, STI rates in the United States continue to rise.—
Care Resource,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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Another important note to make is that Lupaia is closed during the winter season for improvements to the rooms, garden, public area, and overall guest experience since the weather is too unpredictable to welcome guests during that time anyway.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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The report highlights the company’s legacy of innovation, demonstrating how process improvements and high-performance products aim to actively help customers reduce their environmental footprints.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Advances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advances. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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