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as in advanced
being far along in development
progressive forms of animal life
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as in liberal
not bound by traditional ways or beliefs
a socially progressive community, it was the first to provide for the public education of girls
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as in pioneering
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
one of the founders of progressive dance, Isadora Duncan became an inspiration to an array of free-spirited artists
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Recent Examples of progressive
Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 21 July 2025
The resolution now has at least 10 Republican cosponsors, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green (R-Ga.) alongside progressives like Khanna and Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.).
—Miriam Waldvogel, The Hill, 19 July 2025
The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 3 Aug. 2025
Third, Trump’s calls for greater freedom of expression on the internet are inconsistent with his own complaints that AI chatbots are allegedly too progressive.
—Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Hunter Biden continued to forcefully push back on any assertion that there was some sort of cover-up of his father's condition, and said that progressives rushed to his father's side to laud his agenda in the fallout of that debate.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 21 July 2025
The resolution now has at least 10 Republican cosponsors, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green (R-Ga.) alongside progressives like Khanna and Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.).
—Miriam Waldvogel, The Hill, 19 July 2025
Noun
Atkins is progressive, but with a reputation for personal graciousness.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 3 Aug. 2025
Third, Trump’s calls for greater freedom of expression on the internet are inconsistent with his own complaints that AI chatbots are allegedly too progressive.
—Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for progressive
Adjective
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Negotiations were very advanced in Williams’ case, but talks fell apart at the very last minute due to the Athletic Club player’s concerns about Barca’s capacity to actually register him.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Europe's Ariane 6 heavy-lift rocket launched for the third time ever tonight (Aug. 12), sending an advanced weather and climate satellite to orbit.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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It is generally accepted in classical liberal economic thinking that the state should only intervene where there has been a market failure, i.e., where the free market is unable to produce a socially desirable outcome.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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PiS accuse their liberal opponents of trying to subvert the will of the people and their supporters plan to march in the capital on inauguration day.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
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Overall, 18 House Democrats, including moderates from more upscale communities like Greenwich, Glastonbury and Simsbury, voted against the housing bill, which was crafted by Democratic leaders to address the state’s affordable housing crisis.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
20 July 2025
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Trump hosted a group of holdouts at the White House on Wednesday morning — conservative fiscal hawks and moderates alike — but his last-minute sales pitch has not yet resulted in enough movement.—
Jonathan Easley,
The Hill,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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The redevelopment builds on Soffer’s vision of blending timeless design with modern amenities—now expanding to include family-friendly features.—
Cheryl Tiu,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The electro-hydraulic power steering overflows with tactility, serving up a vivid, feathery feel not unlike a modern McLaren.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The hero’s journey on this show is achieving their unconventional American dream.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
16 Aug. 2025
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And when goals did go in, the unconventional trajectory of the Jabulani was oddly fascinating.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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That includes former Fox News TV host Steve Hilton, who vacillates between thoughtful reformer and bomb-thrower.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
3 Aug. 2025
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Pope Francis, the former Argentinian cardinal and humble reformer who sought to make the Catholic Church more inclusive, died on April 21 after an extended respiratory illness, the Vatican confirmed.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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As Peter Singer has argued for decades, doing the most good shouldn’t be radical.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Some other notable attacks at US military bases in recent years include: On November 5, 2009, an Army psychiatrist with radical Islamist beliefs opened fire at a processing center at Fort Hood, a major US Army post, in Texas, killing 13 people and an unborn child, and wounding more than 30 others.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
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Murphy suggests using your vintage finds as statement pieces—like a mid-century coffee table in a contemporary living room—versus buying every single item secondhand.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Aug. 2025
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With its square neckline and contrast trim, this ribbed maxi offers a contemporary take on the classic silhouette.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Progressive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progressive. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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