as in gaining
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as in lending
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 promoting
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in progressing
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in elevating
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 proposing
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in approaching
to move closer to
advanced cautiously toward the snarling dog
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Recent Examples of advancing
Dan Diamond, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2026
At the same time, technology—particularly artificial intelligence—is advancing faster than governance systems can keep pace.
—Alan H.h. Fleischmann, Time, 13 Feb. 2026
The move follows a bitter feud last spring between DeSantis and House Republicans over sweeping immigration legislation, when House leaders accused the governor’s office of advancing costly enforcement measures without sufficient consultation or budget transparency.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Her lifelong commitment to advancing mental-health awareness through MindUP has created real, measurable change for children and families around the world.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
With the size of the labor force stagnating, Pearce said economic growth will rely more on higher productivity, which is advancing amid cyclical strength and a more dynamic business environment while earlier research and development investments start to pay off.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
Four teams compete in the first round, with the top two advancing to the final round.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
These moves fill holes and buy time for prospects, forcing them to meet certain thresholds before advancing through the minors.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 12 Feb. 2026
That came shortly after Democrats blocked a full-year DHS funding bill from advancing, putting the department on the brink of shutdown.
—The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
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The planned 90,000-square-foot project would represent the most significant change to the White House grounds in decades and is advancing even as it is challenged in court and questioned on Capitol Hill.
—Dan Diamond, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2026
At the same time, technology—particularly artificial intelligence—is advancing faster than governance systems can keep pace.
—Alan H.h. Fleischmann, Time, 13 Feb. 2026
The move follows a bitter feud last spring between DeSantis and House Republicans over sweeping immigration legislation, when House leaders accused the governor’s office of advancing costly enforcement measures without sufficient consultation or budget transparency.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Her lifelong commitment to advancing mental-health awareness through MindUP has created real, measurable change for children and families around the world.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
With the size of the labor force stagnating, Pearce said economic growth will rely more on higher productivity, which is advancing amid cyclical strength and a more dynamic business environment while earlier research and development investments start to pay off.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
Four teams compete in the first round, with the top two advancing to the final round.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
These moves fill holes and buy time for prospects, forcing them to meet certain thresholds before advancing through the minors.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 12 Feb. 2026
That came shortly after Democrats blocked a full-year DHS funding bill from advancing, putting the department on the brink of shutdown.
—The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancing
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There are also signs that foreign investors are reconsidering their appetite for lending to the United States.—
Binyamin Appelbaum,
Mercury News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Among the prominent leaders lending their voice to the platform is Neha Kumar, founder of Full Glass of Wine.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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Prominent surfing family Van Dyke, originally from Santa Cruz, California, was recognized in the international surfing community for his participation in competitions and his influence in promoting the sport in the Caribbean region.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Irving, who was not playing in the All-Star Game, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks from the Brooklyn Nets in 2023 shortly after promoting an antisemitic film on his Twitter account and at first refusing to apologize for the tweet.—
Philissa Cramer,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2026
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Molinar presented mid-year MAP data on Tuesday night at the school board meeting, showing how students in kindergarten through eighth grade are progressing compared to their national peers.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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Boswell has returned to practice, but Illinois needs to evaluate how his hand is progressing this week.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Other staff at the Oklahoma Corporation Commission proposed elevating the Boarmans’ case to the agency’s administrative law court to further evaluate the cause of the pollution and pursue potential enforcement.—
Nick Bowlin,
The Frontier,
16 Feb. 2026
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The Chens aren’t the only ones elevating Chinese cuisine.—
Terry Tang,
Fortune,
16 Feb. 2026
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Lawmakers are proposing adding more restrictions to these programs as a condition of them continuing at all.—
Kayla Dwyer,
IndyStar,
13 Feb. 2026
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The repeal could erase current limits on greenhouse gas pollution from cars, factories, power plants and other sources and could prevent future administrations from proposing rules to address global warming.—
Matthew Daly,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2026
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In the attack, suspects were identified approaching the yellow line in southern Khan Younis and were deemed a threat to the troops.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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At one point, Woods tapped the back of his head, signaling that the seal was approaching.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
5 Feb. 2026
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Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.—
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Mar. 2025
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State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
5 Dec. 2024
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Buying local products, providing local and state funding sources, supporting agricultural preservation programs, encouraging lawmakers to prioritize the importance of farming and supporting local agriculture education programs are partial solutions.—
Joe Dymek,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Feb. 2026
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Your 4th House of Home becomes a deep well as the nurturing Moon conjoins unearthing Pluto there, encouraging you to cleanse closets and clear emotional dust.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Advancing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advancing. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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