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advancement or increase in power or importance
He acted only for his political advantage and personal aggrandizement. self-aggrandizement
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The increasing autonomy of UAVs, enabled by advancements in AI, further complicates the ethical landscape.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
8 May 2026 -
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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Consumer staples names like General Mills , McCormick and Campbell's are among the stocks under pressure as investors assess consumer preferences and evolving grocery spend.—
Nick Wells,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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The psychological preferences of elite students mattered, too.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 May 2026
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To celebrate, Hard Rock has promotions, new memorabilia and great live music in the spotlight this weekend.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Leadership advancement typically reflected that model, with promotions tied to budget responsibility, reporting scope, and the size of the teams under supervision.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Larger telescopes allow magnifications of 150x or more.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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And your camera attached to a small telescope with magnifications between 20-30 would give you stunning photos.—
Dean Regas,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
27 Feb. 2026
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