as in advancements
disapproving
advancement or increase in power or importance
He acted only for his political advantage and personal aggrandizement. self-aggrandizement
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While significant advancements have been made in harvesting this power, existing technologies do not capture the full potential of the entire solar spectrum.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Feb. 2026 -
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
23 Feb. 2026
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Your preferences will apply only on this website.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
27 Feb. 2026
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Perhaps most importantly, the yacht can be customized, with a series of options tailored to the owner’s preferences.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2026
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About 3 out of every 4 diners said that daily specials, discounts or value promotions matter when choosing where to dine or order takeout, according to the National Restaurant Association's annual State of the Restaurant Industry report.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2026
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Options for 2026 include One Magical Weekend, Bear Jamboree, Girls in Wonderland and Pride Cup, a set of athletic competitions, and other nightclub promotions.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 Feb. 2026
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Whilst observation wobbles are more commonly associated with higher magnifications, IS is a useful feature for binoculars of any magnification.—
Harry Bennett,
Space.com,
1 Jan. 2026
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The Thames & Kosmos Telescope & Astronomy Kit teaches kids about the solar system with a close-up view and includes two magnifications, a star wheel, and more.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Aggrandizements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aggrandizements. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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