as in advance
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill
there's been a great improvement in your handwriting—I can actually read it!
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Recent Examples of improvement
On Wednesday, Leerhsen cited more granular data to demonstrate recent improvements in public safety on the city’s trains and buses.
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Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
The 6-5 vote will move onto the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization, which looks at urban transportation improvements in Iredell, Mecklenburg and Union counties.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2026
Some studies suggest improvements in endurance and recovery.
—T'keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
Part of that improvement would come from simply reducing the number of bus stops.
—Brian Maass, CBS News, 13 May 2026
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Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
The 6-5 vote will move onto the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization, which looks at urban transportation improvements in Iredell, Mecklenburg and Union counties.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2026
Some studies suggest improvements in endurance and recovery.
—T'keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
Part of that improvement would come from simply reducing the number of bus stops.
—Brian Maass, CBS News, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for improvement
Noun
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Other declarations included in the filings indicate federal authorities had geared up for the raid weeks in advance.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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He is widely recognized for his ability to partner with boards and nonprofit foundations, align programming with donor interests, and advance capital-ready projects.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Make a mental note of your advancement.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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In-room massage services range from deep tissue and reflexology to prenatal care and warm basalt stone treatments, with customizable enhancements like Moroccan oil scalp massages.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2026
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At the time of her death, Broderick was serving a sentence of 32 years to life with the possibility of parole after being convicted in 1991 of two counts of second-degree murder and firearm enhancements.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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The elections were a breakthrough for Reform UK, the latest hard-right party led by the veteran nationalist politician Nigel Farage.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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Kahan has been open about his appreciation for Bridgers’ music, particularly around the release of her 2020 now-classic breakthrough Punisher.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
9 May 2026
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In selecting Norwich, a city centrally located in the eastern part of the state, the team has found a home stadium that looks much different than the large-scale plans Swanston had for a $1 billion waterfront stadium and mixed-use development project in Bridgeport.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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The blockade is intended to starve Iran of resources and force Tehran to reach a settlement ending its development of a nuclear weapon.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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“Improvement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improvement. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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