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as in growing
to become mature
generally a species progresses from simple forms to more specialized forms
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as in doing
to move forward along a course
our wedding plans are progressing nicely
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Recent Examples of progressing
They were gathered to learn the crew assignments for Artemis 3, the agency's next mission progressing its efforts to return astronauts to the moon.
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Josh Dinner, Space.com, 12 June 2026
At previous tournaments, some teams and supporters have appeared happy just to enjoy the experience with little hope of progressing beyond the group stage.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 11 June 2026
The gemstones were meticulously arranged in tonal gradients, progressing from deeper shades at the base to more luminous hues at the crest.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
The prescription involved progressing from a medium-strong to a strong steroid cream over a 10-week course.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
Early signs such as fever or weakness can resemble other viruses, before progressing to diarrhea and vomiting.
—Jane Weaver, NBC news, 29 May 2026
The device provides physicians the ability to remotely listen to lung sounds and rapidly assess if a child’s asthma symptoms are progressing, so that escalation in care pathways can be determined.
—Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
On Thursday, speaking at a conference in the West Bank, Netanyahu went even further, suggesting that Israel was progressing to have total control over the enclave.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 May 2026
In all, 64 teams will compete in the NCAA Tournament, with winners progressing from the regional round to super regionals.
—Gary Bedore
may 25, Kansas City Star, 25 May 2026
Josh Dinner, Space.com, 12 June 2026
At previous tournaments, some teams and supporters have appeared happy just to enjoy the experience with little hope of progressing beyond the group stage.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 11 June 2026
The gemstones were meticulously arranged in tonal gradients, progressing from deeper shades at the base to more luminous hues at the crest.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
The prescription involved progressing from a medium-strong to a strong steroid cream over a 10-week course.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
Early signs such as fever or weakness can resemble other viruses, before progressing to diarrhea and vomiting.
—Jane Weaver, NBC news, 29 May 2026
The device provides physicians the ability to remotely listen to lung sounds and rapidly assess if a child’s asthma symptoms are progressing, so that escalation in care pathways can be determined.
—Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
On Thursday, speaking at a conference in the West Bank, Netanyahu went even further, suggesting that Israel was progressing to have total control over the enclave.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 May 2026
In all, 64 teams will compete in the NCAA Tournament, with winners progressing from the regional round to super regionals.
—Gary Bedore
may 25, Kansas City Star, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for progressing
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Many travelers dream of one day living abroad, but a growing number of US citizens are making that fantasy a reality.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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The findings, the latest in a growing body of research about the vaccine’s benefits for heart health, suggest such benefits observed in earlier studies have persisted for years.—
Daniel Wu,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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Pop these strips on dry teeth while doing skincare or your makeup, and then brace yourself for a dazzling white outcome.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
7 July 2025
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Al Hilal’s celebrations were ultimately short-lived, after Renato Gaucho’s Fluminense beat them 2-1 in the quarter-finals and in doing so became the only non-European team to make the last four of the tournament.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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Because of the Iran war, growth for all developing economies is forecast to be weaker than in 2025.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Growth in the global AI sector has been fuelled by record funding figures over the past couple of years, as investors have rushed to back companies developing the tech.—
Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
11 June 2026
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White, who helped launch UFC into a global sports empire, insisted inclement weather will not keep Sunday’s spectacle from proceeding as scheduled.—
Dan Gelston,
Chicago Tribune,
10 June 2026
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However, Google is still proceeding cautiously.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 June 2026
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Three chapters set in New Jersey, Dublin, and Paris — with Frederick Elmes and Yorick Le Saux splitting cinematography duties — center on adult children and their relationships with their aging parents.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
25 Aug. 2025
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And because of America’s rapidly aging population, there’s no shortage of these jobs on the horizon.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Why should Miami pay a bonus for things not going well?—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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But to style it for everyday, opt for going with a mix of colors to keep things from looking too formal.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
14 June 2026
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During the 2025 Game Awards, Crystal Dynamics and Amazon Game Studios revealed two new Lara Croft-centric video games are coming — and there's a new actress behind the lead role.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Dec. 2025
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That includes next-generation destroyers and amphibious ships that will form the backbone of the fleet in the coming decades.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Dec. 2025
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There will be bands, floats, marching groups and Santa.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Dec. 2025
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Another sack leads to a stop Pitt was marching down the field again, but the duo of Rueben Bain and Ahmad Moten combined for a sack to set the Panthers back.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
30 Nov. 2025
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“Progressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progressing. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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