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
The national holiday marks the unofficial start to summer and also brings with it a robust lineup of promotions for both active duty military, veterans, and the public, some of which also give back to service members and their families.
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ABC News, 20 May 2026
The promotions in the NHL arena that viewers see on TV may not actually exist in person.
—Luke Connors, Washington Post, 19 May 2026
In practice, this can take the form of inclusive recruiting and hiring processes, mentorship and sponsorship programs, pay equity audits, employee resource groups, supplier diversity initiatives, and management training designed to reduce bias in performance reviews and promotions.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 19 May 2026
One night ranged from $300 to $1,500, depending on the season, room category and promotions.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Five Charlotte Fire Department employees filed federal lawsuits around 2018 claiming they had been denied promotions because of their race.
—Julia Coin
may 19, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2026
Companies have rolled back programs that support women and underrepresented employees while insisting that hiring and promotions should be based solely on performance and qualifications.
—Kim Elsesser, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
Starting this summer, SeaWorld is reopening the immersive Shark Encounter exhibit and offering $1 beer, seltzer and IPAs, among other new promotions, aiming to grow attendance.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
To celebrate, Hard Rock has promotions, new memorabilia and great live music in the spotlight this weekend.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
ABC News, 20 May 2026
The promotions in the NHL arena that viewers see on TV may not actually exist in person.
—Luke Connors, Washington Post, 19 May 2026
In practice, this can take the form of inclusive recruiting and hiring processes, mentorship and sponsorship programs, pay equity audits, employee resource groups, supplier diversity initiatives, and management training designed to reduce bias in performance reviews and promotions.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 19 May 2026
One night ranged from $300 to $1,500, depending on the season, room category and promotions.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Five Charlotte Fire Department employees filed federal lawsuits around 2018 claiming they had been denied promotions because of their race.
—Julia Coin
may 19, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2026
Companies have rolled back programs that support women and underrepresented employees while insisting that hiring and promotions should be based solely on performance and qualifications.
—Kim Elsesser, Forbes.com, 19 May 2026
Starting this summer, SeaWorld is reopening the immersive Shark Encounter exhibit and offering $1 beer, seltzer and IPAs, among other new promotions, aiming to grow attendance.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
To celebrate, Hard Rock has promotions, new memorabilia and great live music in the spotlight this weekend.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promotions
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This alliance may strengthen alongside advancements in AI technology.—
Carrie Brandon Elliot,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Hikers should be prepared for steep ascents and descents, uneven terrain, and high altitude conditions.—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
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But their twin ascents could not have been foreseen based on fair-to-middlin’ careers with the Bay Area schools.—
Jon Wilner,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Bay Area university town of 120,000 is the first in the US to require sellers and buyers of single-family homes to replace fossil-fuel appliances or make other green upgrades as a condition of sale.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
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Convention & Entertainment Facilities Executive Director Kimiko Gilmore told the committee that previous bond financing has been used to make ADA-compliance upgrades, seating improvements and infrastructure support at the city’s Convention Center complex and Municipal Auditorium.—
Dylan Lysen
May 19,
Kansas City Star,
19 May 2026
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Its members have not had a wage increase since 2022, a period that has included high rises in the cost of living in one of the most expensive areas of the country.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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As complexity rises, decisions fragment, priorities shift and trust weakens.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Last year, a two-volume, 688-page collection of his car creations, entitled Arsham Motorsport, was published by ERG Media.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
20 May 2026
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Monsterpalooza Creature creations and horror artistry will take over Pasadena when Monsterpalooza returns to the Pasadena Convention Center this summer.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
19 May 2026
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“Promotions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promotions. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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