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as in process
forward movement in time or place
we're making slow progress against this stiff headwind
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as in evolution
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
the rapid progress of medical science in the last century
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as in to grow
to become mature
generally a species progresses from simple forms to more specialized forms
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as in to proceed
to move forward along a course
our wedding plans are progressing nicely
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Recent Examples of progress
Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Neither do technology transformations and human progress.
—Randy Bean, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
But that also likely means that mirror cells would be able to replicate unchecked in our bodies, creating a fatal infection that could progress rapidly without triggering our defense system, said Cooper.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2025
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Noun
There are pitching moves in progress that could fortify the bullpen, between Mayza’s addition and Walker Buehler working in Triple A.
—Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Neither do technology transformations and human progress.
—Randy Bean, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
The report highlights progress around environmental sustainability, cultural preservation, corporate welfare, and gender equality (the group obtained Gender Equality Certification in 2024).
—Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
But that also likely means that mirror cells would be able to replicate unchecked in our bodies, creating a fatal infection that could progress rapidly without triggering our defense system, said Cooper.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for progress
Noun
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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
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This evolution in masculinity, where vulnerability and authenticity are valued, moves away from the restrictive path in which the men interviewed by USA TODAY were raised.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Leaning into its own evolution over retro homage or elegant pastiche, Art of Vengeance shows the value that a two-dimensional platformer can have at a time when exorbitant AAA games all suffer from overly ambitious bloat.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The fire grew slightly north of Indian Rock, but crews are using nearby roads as a barrier and are reinforcing them to prevent growth.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Dill is an easy herb to grow and its unique anise flavor complements salads and meats and adds tang to a jar of pickles.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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In April, after the court ruling, Omni again sought a wrecking permit but could not proceed with demolition until securing overlay approval.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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More Tech on the Horizon Thanks to advancements in laser technology, 3D printing, and AI, the development of new types of lenses is proceeding at a faster rate.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Having fallen mere seconds short of a famous win at Bayern Munich in last year’s knockout phase — a 94th-minute Alphonso Davies winner ending their dreams of progression — the Scottish champions are high on confidence following a perfect start to the season.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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Most managers don’t intentionally create barriers, but they are often cited as one of the most significant obstacles to women’s progression.—
Dr. Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Bright said health care and economic development are also high on his list of priorities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Sep. 2025
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That the Chiefs could hardly bother Herbert without blitzing — and often not even then — was the most alarming development of the night for KC.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In July, Anthropic was awarded a Pentagon contract to develop national security AI capabilities.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
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These are all features developed by the building’s original creators, the Miami firm of Steward-Skinner and Associates, prominent architects of the time also responsible for the design of the Miami Seaquarium and MIA’s first jet-age terminal.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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Revord does the audio themself, and worked with a dialect coach to perfect British accents and learn how to act without facial expressions or gestures.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Trump has done less of this in his second term, preferring to twist arms and lobby lawmakers privately this time.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Progress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progress. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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