as in advancements
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
after 10 years at the company he was rewarded with a promotion to vice president
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Recent Examples of promotions
Here are some promotions that chain restaurants have announced on their websites, in social media or in news releases.
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Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026
To get an inside look at all the action, season four of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives drops on March 12 exclusively on Hulu on Disney+ and Hulu, where the former is offering one of its best promotions of the year.
—Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
The company, an industry power player that reportedly earned $25 billion in revenue and $500 million in profit last year, controls roughly 70-80% of major concert and live‑event ticket sales and owns a significant share of venues and concert promotions.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Other promotions include Single Again In the City– a downtown Hartford divorce party with music, cocktails and a toast to the future– True Crime Night, when fans will have the opportunity to solve a crime at the ballpark, Star Wars Day, Pajama Party Night and much more.
—Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Others may offer promotions, sales or price rollbacks.
—Sara Albrecht, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Since Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac purchased the club in 2021, progress has been almost seamless, securing three consecutive promotions to find themselves, suddenly, within touching distance of the Premier League.
—Thom Harris, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
The Department of Justice’s 2024 lawsuit alleges that Live Nation has illegally dominated the live concert industry by monopolizing ticketing, concert booking, venues and promotions.
—Marissa Martinez, NBC news, 4 Mar. 2026
High school graduate wins promotions at job Now 21, Pirela found success in Cincinnati, his sister and brother-in-law said.
—Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Feb. 2026
Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026
To get an inside look at all the action, season four of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives drops on March 12 exclusively on Hulu on Disney+ and Hulu, where the former is offering one of its best promotions of the year.
—Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
The company, an industry power player that reportedly earned $25 billion in revenue and $500 million in profit last year, controls roughly 70-80% of major concert and live‑event ticket sales and owns a significant share of venues and concert promotions.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Other promotions include Single Again In the City– a downtown Hartford divorce party with music, cocktails and a toast to the future– True Crime Night, when fans will have the opportunity to solve a crime at the ballpark, Star Wars Day, Pajama Party Night and much more.
—Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Others may offer promotions, sales or price rollbacks.
—Sara Albrecht, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Since Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac purchased the club in 2021, progress has been almost seamless, securing three consecutive promotions to find themselves, suddenly, within touching distance of the Premier League.
—Thom Harris, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
The Department of Justice’s 2024 lawsuit alleges that Live Nation has illegally dominated the live concert industry by monopolizing ticketing, concert booking, venues and promotions.
—Marissa Martinez, NBC news, 4 Mar. 2026
High school graduate wins promotions at job Now 21, Pirela found success in Cincinnati, his sister and brother-in-law said.
—Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promotions
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Specific goals, apart from AI, electric vehicles and robotics, include making advancements in semiconductors, batteries, biomedicine and 6G mobile networks.—
Ken Moritsugu,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Politicians are focusing more on white-collar professionals as AI advancements threaten jobs.—
Kayla Hayempour,
NBC news,
9 Mar. 2026
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By 1995, the Magic had reached the NBA Finals, one of the fastest ascents in league history.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2026
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But unsurprisingly, the race is usually decided on the climbs — classic ascents such as the Molenberg, Muur van Geraardsbergen, and the Bosberg splintering the peloton.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Your 2nd house also supports practical purchases, which is a great reminder to make durable, budget-respectful choices over flashy upgrades.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Design experts reveal timeless alternatives, modern upgrades, and color tips to refresh your kitchen cabinets.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Mar. 2026
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As blood alcohol concentration rises, these effects become more pronounced.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Mar. 2026
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Employers pared back hiring last year to cope with Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves’ payroll tax rises and large increases in the minimum wage.—
Irina Anghel,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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The tower is a nod to five Black architects, trailblazers whose creations sometimes went unnoticed or overlooked.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Unlike music, with its endless exploitation and reproduction, his weaving creations only reach as far as their threads, and they’re shared with intention between appreciative community members.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
11 Mar. 2026
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