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as in evolved
being far along in development
an advanced civilization, among the first anywhere to use the plow, developed on the banks of the Nile River thousands of years ago
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as in progressive
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
went to a very advanced school for gifted children
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as in lent
to give to another for temporary use with the understanding that it or a like thing will be returned
advanced her some cash with the understanding that the amount would be deducted from her first paycheck
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as in promoted
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in progressed
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in elevated
to move higher in rank or position
within six months was advanced to the position of head waiter, to the dismay of the waiters who had been there much longer
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as in proposed
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in approached
to move closer to
advanced cautiously toward the snarling dog
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Recent Examples of advanced
Davey Winder, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Coinbase gained 3% and MicroStrategy, which often trades as a high beta play on the price of bitcoin, advanced 8%.
—Jesse Pound,samantha Subin, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
The center is equipped with an impressive array of advanced detectors capable of identifying radiological, chemical, biological agents, and explosives—technology that is beyond the reach of many neighboring countries in the region.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Waymo also pushes boundaries with advanced cars with no steering wheel or traditional controls.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
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The main downside, historically, has been the cost of entry to this free advanced security club: the purchase of a pair of hardware security keys.
—Davey Winder, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Coinbase gained 3% and MicroStrategy, which often trades as a high beta play on the price of bitcoin, advanced 8%.
—Jesse Pound,samantha Subin, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
The center is equipped with an impressive array of advanced detectors capable of identifying radiological, chemical, biological agents, and explosives—technology that is beyond the reach of many neighboring countries in the region.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Waymo also pushes boundaries with advanced cars with no steering wheel or traditional controls.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advanced
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The gap in votes cast by the mayor’s critics and her supporters could be seen as a kind of backlash to progressive politics in one of California’s most diverse cities.Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
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At least this one tilts a bit more progressive: The Recording Academy’s yearslong project to expand and diversify its membership seems to be paying off, with a younger and especially more women-heavy slate this year (just don’t look at the rock categories).Justin Curto, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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Since then, Springsteen has actively supported and lent his voice and music to Obama's subsequent campaign, as well as to the campaign efforts of Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden.Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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Other criminal court judges knew about Najera’s predicament and lent him their courtrooms when possible, but only for a few days at a time.Brooke Park, San Antonio Express-News, 3 Oct. 2024
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That said, tech companies still need to solve the need for sports to be discussed, promoted and a part of the consumer conversation – between the actual live events.Alex Sherman, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
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The state government has heavily promoted driving electric, public chargers are abundant, and California has the highest gas prices in the country.Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2024
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The episode then progressed into a high-octant pursuit of Martel’s killer.Demetrius Patterson, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
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Note the dramatic rise since last week, capped by today’s higher high which then got sold as the session progressed.John Navin, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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Bob Squier, a Democrat, and Roger Ailes, a Republican, appeared as dueling talking heads on the Today show in the 1980s in part because their profiles had been elevated by regular appearances on Page Six.Susan Mulcahy, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
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The groom kept his look relaxed yet elevated in a tan suit, white button-down shirt, and, of course, no shoes.Shelby Wax, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2024
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Her hull shape and fully electric propulsion system with inline contra rotating propellers is an evolution from the Breathe concept first proposed in 2010.Bill Springer, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Initially proposed in April 2021, the CSRD increases existing reporting requirements for businesses operating in the EU.Jon McGowan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Gavin gave of his whole self to our community, both in his performances and his charitable work.Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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Ballmer funded the Intuit Dome and his wife, Connie Ballmer, gave Newsom’s campaign $1 million in 2021 to help fight a recall election against the governor.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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However, the species favors the Tree of Heaven and wild and cultivated grapes.Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 4 Oct. 2024
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Rather than viewing life-work balance as an unattainable ideal, TCM reframes it as a dynamic process—one that can be cultivated through mindful attention to the body’s rhythms and natural cycles.Irina Logman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Advanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advanced. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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