as in advance
forward movement in time or place
the 1965 Civil Rights Act was a major step in the furtherance of social justice in the U.S.
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Relevance
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Recent Examples of furtherance
Thompson is charged with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.
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Christina Coulter, People.com, 15 July 2025
Vance Boelter, 57 is facing federal charges, including two counts of murder, using a firearm in furtherance of the crimes, and stalking in connection with the politically motivated shootings of State Rep. Melissa Hortman, Sen. John Hoffman and both of their spouses.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 3 July 2025
The National Taxpayer Advocate rightly urges the IRS to reduce identity theft case timelines but that, as with all other efforts in furtherance of accessibility and modernization, requires real capacity.
—Andrew Leahey, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
An announcement like Wednesday’s is a furtherance of a mission from the beginning, when the Teppers first purchased the Carolina Panthers in 2018, Nicole said.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2025
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Christina Coulter, People.com, 15 July 2025
Vance Boelter, 57 is facing federal charges, including two counts of murder, using a firearm in furtherance of the crimes, and stalking in connection with the politically motivated shootings of State Rep. Melissa Hortman, Sen. John Hoffman and both of their spouses.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 3 July 2025
The National Taxpayer Advocate rightly urges the IRS to reduce identity theft case timelines but that, as with all other efforts in furtherance of accessibility and modernization, requires real capacity.
—Andrew Leahey, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
An announcement like Wednesday’s is a furtherance of a mission from the beginning, when the Teppers first purchased the Carolina Panthers in 2018, Nicole said.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for furtherance
Noun
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The main advances came under Gustavo Alfaro and Sanchez, who many saw as slightly unfortunate to lose his job in the wake of the 2024 Copa America.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Multiple drivers fueling cost surge Some of the increases are due to advances in medical science.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The top floors of the museum are dedicated to African American culture and the pivotal role Black Americans have played in everything from music and literature to technological advancements and the military.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
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But the parade, commemorating the end of World War II, was undoubtedly intended to telegraph the rapid advancement of the world’s largest military, and signal Xi’s growing ability to project hard power on the world stage.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Put a fire under the slow-moving progress of Chicago’s consent decree.—
Laura Washington,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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On the surface, this looks like progress, a streamlined experience where convenience reigns supreme.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Cubie Hernandez, the organization’s chief technology and learning officer, said the goal is to help families have confidence during the mortgage process while pushing the industry to modernize.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Allen consistently had time to scan the field and go through his progressions.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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The study demonstrated the varied progression of the disease among different individuals.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
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Before their procession Saturday, the pilgrims gathered for a Mass in the Gesù church held by a senior Italian bishop, Francesco Savino.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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The vision of Buckley as its leader that emerges from his narrative is one not of a commanding general but of a baton twirler at the head of a long procession.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Furtherance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furtherance. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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