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as in grew
to become mature
generally a species progresses from simple forms to more specialized forms
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as in proceeded
to move forward along a course
our wedding plans are progressing nicely
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Recent Examples of progressed
Nobody thought anything of it immediately, but Erbert progressed from a severe headache to collapsing backstage.
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Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
The Oranje has a lot of talent in both attack and defense and has recently progressed deep into the knockout rounds in both the Euros (semifinalists in 2024) and World Cup (quarterfinalists in 2022).
—Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
As the case progressed, McBride reached for a startling variety of arguments to discredit Hadley’s claims about the Tates.
—Heidi Blake, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Corfino has been working on the Fast & Furious coaster for about a decade as the project progressed from blue sky to green light.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
On May 21, Kyle died at 41, after severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis, resulting in rapid and overwhelming associated complications.
—Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
The Chicago deal never moved forward in the state Capitol and was quickly shelved as talks progressed between the team and the local government bodies regarding the Arlington Heights site.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
The source said that as conversations progressed with Jenner’s camp and the Charge, there was no indication that an offer would be made to keep Jenner in Ottawa in any phase of expansion or free agency.
—Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 5 June 2026
What started as a limp in one leg eventually progressed to both.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
The Oranje has a lot of talent in both attack and defense and has recently progressed deep into the knockout rounds in both the Euros (semifinalists in 2024) and World Cup (quarterfinalists in 2022).
—Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
As the case progressed, McBride reached for a startling variety of arguments to discredit Hadley’s claims about the Tates.
—Heidi Blake, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Corfino has been working on the Fast & Furious coaster for about a decade as the project progressed from blue sky to green light.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
On May 21, Kyle died at 41, after severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis, resulting in rapid and overwhelming associated complications.
—Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
The Chicago deal never moved forward in the state Capitol and was quickly shelved as talks progressed between the team and the local government bodies regarding the Arlington Heights site.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
The source said that as conversations progressed with Jenner’s camp and the Charge, there was no indication that an offer would be made to keep Jenner in Ottawa in any phase of expansion or free agency.
—Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 5 June 2026
What started as a limp in one leg eventually progressed to both.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for progressed
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The financial stakes grew as the case moved through the courts.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
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Official numbers show an economy propped up by financial services and agriculture while household consumption grew at its slowest rate in two years as households cut back on travel and discretionary goods.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
10 June 2026
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The Brewers proceeded to blow up the game against reliever Jaden Hill, who served up a two-run homer to Gary Sanchez and ended up giving up five runs on four hits and two walks in one-third of an inning.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
8 June 2026
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As flames shot into the sky, Keem proceeded to tear the place down all by himself, which was even better than getting an assist from Dot.—
Rob Kenner,
VIBE.com,
8 June 2026
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His capacity has developed across multiple areas, such as artistry, fatherhood, and partnership.—
Meagan Jordan,
VIBE.com,
8 June 2026
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The China Daily report notes that SAIC Motor’s MG brand has equipped its MG4 and MG4X electric vehicles with hybrid solid-liquid batteries developed in partnership with battery manufacturer Qingtao Energy.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 June 2026
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Johnson’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment Wednesday, nor did HUD officials.—
Lizzie Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
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The two men then said Smollett paid them to stage the attack, and Smollett was charged with filing a false police report; the charges were later dropped after Smollett paid a fine and did community service.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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In The Witness, Bolger was both de-aged and aged up to play the role across several years.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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This year’s release was selected by Rift and assistant master distiller Caleb Trigo from barrels aged between seven and nine years, and bottled between 110 and 125 proof depending on the barrel.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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That came just a few days after news broke that Palantir had secured a $10 billion contract from the US Army over the next decade.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
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All five of Bednar’s outs came via strikeout on Wednesday.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The team has only matured since then.—
Kellis Robinett,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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The aged tequila is matured in char number two ex-bourbon barrels, much of which likely comes from Wild Turkey since that distillery is also owned by Campari, but the new Extra Añejo takes things a step further.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
6 June 2026
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Arasheben went downtown, knocked on doors and found somebody to make it for $37,000.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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Just one minute later, Heung-min ran through the Czechia back line and had another open look, but this shot went wide of the goal to the left.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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“Progressed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progressed. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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