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Recent Examples of progression Peter Van Sant: And does that suggest in any way, some sort of progression of an attack on Gary? Det. Susan Mallie, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2025 Some of the guests started making music, and one of her cousin’s friends slid into a chord progression with a descending element. Tom Roland, Billboard, 22 Apr. 2025 While these treatments can slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease, researchers do not have a cure for the condition. Lillian Ali, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Apr. 2025 Although sleep is still being studied as a preventative measure against memory loss, scientists have found more firm evidence that exercise can help temper the disease’s progression. Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 21 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for progression
Recent Examples of Synonyms for progression
Noun
  • Okay, wait, after a very long double and triple-crossing sequence…Emily is arrested?
    Emma Specter, Vogue, 26 Apr. 2025
  • White’s goal in the 24th minute after a clever attacking sequence ignited the sellout crowd of over 50,000.
    Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The focus, however, remains on Lillard and his progress given how crucial his presence is to the organization.
    Morten Stig Jensen, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
  • As yet, there has been no real progress on that score.
    Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 29 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Among Zhang’s expansive portfolio, three standout projects capture his artistic evolution and deeper purpose: Dancing with a Jellyfish, Aesthetics from Africa, and Mirror: Truth or Lie.
    Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025
  • Charlotte Flair, a top star in WWE's women's division, appears to be on the cusp of a significant character evolution following her recent high-stakes match at WrestleMania 41.
    Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Rabbi Anne wears a keepsake from her grandfather — a metal thimble that dangles from a silver chain around her neck.
    Hollace Ava Weiner, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2025
  • The broken bangle was remade into something else entirely: a smooth, curved jade pendant attached to a 22-karat gold chain.
    Sadiya Ansari Spandita Malik, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The process of selecting a new pope involves a papal conclave, a private election held behind closed doors of Vatican City's Sistine Chapel where 135 cardinals vote on who will serve as the next the head of the Catholic Church.
    Sudiksha Kochi, USA Today, 4 May 2025
  • However, this break from the traditional process of announcing all the latest in Android at I/O suggests that the conference on May 20 will be jam-packed with news in other areas and services.
    Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 3 May 2025
Noun
  • This interest in hair restoration procedures has led to the expansion of the hair restoration industry and to the development of new and innovative treatments.
    Rhiannon Frater, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Following its acquisition by the UAE’s leading real estate specialist, Aldar, London Square is now refocusing on the prime luxury property market, with a number of exciting high-profile developments launching this year.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • At some point, their young players will become veterans, but until then, maintaining that sprinkling of veterans will be vital in keeping this train on the tracks.
    Arpon Basu, New York Times, 1 May 2025
  • The League of Their Own actress reflected on the disappointing reaction to her outfit at the Academy Awards — a sleek ivory dress with black straps and a long, bright white train accompanied by black shoes and dark pantyhose.
    Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 1 May 2025
Noun
  • Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.
    Kameryn Griesser, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Police remain hopeful that recent advancements in DNA testing, which have been used on evidence collected in Amber's case, and new tips from the public will help solve the case.
    Emily Krauser, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025

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“Progression.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progression. Accessed 6 May. 2025.

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