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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
Key Takeaways The rate of progression of immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) can vary, with many people remaining stable for decades and others progressing rapidly to kidney failure.
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Md Published, Verywell Health, 12 Jan. 2026
Work was progressing as expected until the TBM catastrophically failed.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Jan. 2026
Lalley said the probe is progressing and the Civilian Review Board will review the case soon.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
How is Tommy Edman progressing after ankle surgery?
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Rico’s done a great job of progressing through the year.
—Mike Kaye
updated January 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Jan. 2026
The rookie defensive tackles progressing from below average to decent — better than that at times.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 5 Jan. 2026
Developmental milestones are just one tool that pediatricians use to make sure your child is progressing in a typical way.
—Miranda Rake, Parents, 3 Jan. 2026
Redick said LeBron James, who didn’t travel with the team for the five-game trip, has done one-on-one work with coaches so far, and that the team is progressing from there in light of James being cleared for contact basketball activities.
—Khobi Price, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Md Published, Verywell Health, 12 Jan. 2026
Work was progressing as expected until the TBM catastrophically failed.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Jan. 2026
Lalley said the probe is progressing and the Civilian Review Board will review the case soon.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
How is Tommy Edman progressing after ankle surgery?
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Rico’s done a great job of progressing through the year.
—Mike Kaye
updated January 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Jan. 2026
The rookie defensive tackles progressing from below average to decent — better than that at times.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 5 Jan. 2026
Developmental milestones are just one tool that pediatricians use to make sure your child is progressing in a typical way.
—Miranda Rake, Parents, 3 Jan. 2026
Redick said LeBron James, who didn’t travel with the team for the five-game trip, has done one-on-one work with coaches so far, and that the team is progressing from there in light of James being cleared for contact basketball activities.
—Khobi Price, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for progressing
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The companies say the design addresses a growing challenge in autonomous vehicle interiors, where traditional steering systems become unnecessary and restrict cabin space.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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The vines climb to about 6 feet tall, growing vigorously even through summer heat.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2026
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Upon doing some research for more formal choices to match the nickname, the mom came across Margaret, which had a connection to her husband's grandmother.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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No New Yorker should have to fear losing access to health care -- and no nurse should be asked to accept less pay, fewer benefits or less dignity for doing lifesaving work.—
Noelle Lilley,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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This is a developing story and may be updated.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
16 Jan. 2026
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The university was one of an array in the USSR and eastern Europe that offered free education to thousands of students from the developing world.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Jan. 2026
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Since the referendum question was passed, the district has been preparing for and proceeding with work on projects across district buildings that are set to extend through 2032.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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And yet, the project is proceeding unchecked.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Jan. 2026
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From building new pipelines and treatment facilities to replacing aging infrastructure, these projects will benefit thousands of families, boost fire protection, and support economic growth.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Yellin noted that she's hosted charity events at Mar-a-Lago and focuses her events on raising money for trafficked women and children, aging-out foster children, cancer patients and veterans.—
Janelle Ash , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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San Jose was seventh in MLS with 60 goals scored while going 11-15-8 last season.—
Mercury News,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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But most of its richest pleasures come down to Fiennes going balls to the wall with a truly memorable character — half lunatic and half visionary.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Jan. 2026
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The city of Southfield also made plans, but the Southfield Wildlife Commission, which made the recommendation for a deer cull in 2024, has yet to respond to CBS News Detroit's inquiry about its schedule and details for the coming year.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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My issue coming into this year was whether KU had enough scoring outside of Peterson.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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After marching through a Minneapolis neighborhood, the crowd of thousands gathered on the street where Good was fatally shot.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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The announcement marked his full leap into politics after gaining national attention for marching with protesters in 2020 and speaking at the Democratic National Convention last August.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Progressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progressing. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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