as in advances
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 improvements
Architectural review committees can review, comment on, and approve or reject owners’ plans for property improvements and modifications in accordance with a community’s governing documents and architectural guidelines.
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Nicole R. Kurtz, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
These are safety improvements, but developers have a great incentive to improve the science of stairwells as these spaces have no sellable square footage.
—Michelle Sinclair Colman, Curbed, 7 May 2026
The county must invest in vegetation management, defensible space enforcement, evacuation route improvements and fire protection infrastructure in unincorporated communities.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Federal funding for museums rarely covers construction or major capital improvements, leaving institutions to rely on private fundraising to tackle structural problems.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 7 May 2026
Despite his resistance, Newsom has secured funding for the river and region, including $38 million for water quality improvements in 2019 and an additional $100 million in federal funds for the area’s infrastructure in 2025.
—Susanne Rust
follow, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Fleenor serves as president of Northside’s Shared Governance System, a voluntary program that brings nurses from across the hospital together to discuss quality improvements, retention and best practices.
—Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Funnel that energy into home improvements as the moon and Mars clash.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Although Moscow has made many improvements to the drones, some can still be taken down by electronic jamming.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Nicole R. Kurtz, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
These are safety improvements, but developers have a great incentive to improve the science of stairwells as these spaces have no sellable square footage.
—Michelle Sinclair Colman, Curbed, 7 May 2026
The county must invest in vegetation management, defensible space enforcement, evacuation route improvements and fire protection infrastructure in unincorporated communities.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Federal funding for museums rarely covers construction or major capital improvements, leaving institutions to rely on private fundraising to tackle structural problems.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 7 May 2026
Despite his resistance, Newsom has secured funding for the river and region, including $38 million for water quality improvements in 2019 and an additional $100 million in federal funds for the area’s infrastructure in 2025.
—Susanne Rust
follow, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Fleenor serves as president of Northside’s Shared Governance System, a voluntary program that brings nurses from across the hospital together to discuss quality improvements, retention and best practices.
—Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Funnel that energy into home improvements as the moon and Mars clash.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Although Moscow has made many improvements to the drones, some can still be taken down by electronic jamming.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improvements
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Talley found himself back before Lyke on Tuesday, the day after another judge had ordered Talley detained while the police shooting case advances.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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The modeling industry has long played a role in perpetuating unrealistic body standards, though there have been cyclical advances and setbacks.—
Rory Satran,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
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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
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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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Schumer also vowed Democrats will use other tools to fight the ballroom spending, which the White House says is strictly for security enhancements, including by pushing the Senate parliamentarian to strike the ballroom money from the budget bill.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
11 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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Lisa Collins, a forensic scientist at Washington State Patrol, told CNN new software and strides in genetic genealogy are two relatively recent watersheds in DNA technology that have allowed for breakthroughs in cold cases like these.—
Nina Giraldo,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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The United States has a unique ability to bring together the institutions, manufacturing strength, and innovation ecosystems needed to deliver breakthroughs at scale, supported by policies that value innovation, investment, and patients.—
Joaquin Duato,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
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Outlook also includes refinements for managing email and contacts more efficiently.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Handling Speciale spec has been developed to bolster the Purosangue’s responsiveness, namely with suspension refinements and a fine-tuning of the eight-speed dual clutch transmission.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, the Mission was a West Coast outpost for new developments in Latin music, and the young guitarist was a sponge.—
Mark Richardson,
Pitchfork,
10 May 2026
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Ann and Anna Jarvis both recognized how family life is deeply affected by and intertwined with forces and developments outside the home.—
Rachel F. Seidman,
Time,
10 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Improvements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improvements. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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