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as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
the young man's rapid advancement in the company came as no surprise to those who knew he was the president's nephew
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as in improvement
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill
science has made huge advancements in the field of genetics in recent years
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as in progress
forward movement in time or place
wondered why we hadn't made any advancement in the long checkout line for at least 10 minutes
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Recent Examples of advancement
The comments, which the governor made during a career advancement event in Modesto, offered additional insight into Newsom’s decision, which goes into effect this summer.
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William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Brain computer interfaces are leaving the laboratory This advancement comes as BCIs are gaining public recognition.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 2 Apr. 2025
Instead, the researchers find that these employees are loyal and want development and a clear path to career advancement.
—Harvard Business Review, 2 Apr. 2025
In a stunning display of technological advancement, China's Unitree Robotics has unveiled its latest feat, a humanoid robot that can perform kung fu moves with astonishing precision and balance.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
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William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Brain computer interfaces are leaving the laboratory This advancement comes as BCIs are gaining public recognition.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 2 Apr. 2025
Instead, the researchers find that these employees are loyal and want development and a clear path to career advancement.
—Harvard Business Review, 2 Apr. 2025
In a stunning display of technological advancement, China's Unitree Robotics has unveiled its latest feat, a humanoid robot that can perform kung fu moves with astonishing precision and balance.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancement
Noun
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In addition to postings, the bill would require employers to provide the same compensation information: To job applicants upon request and before any compensation discussion or offer; To employees at the time of hire, transfer, or promotion; And once per calendar year, if requested.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Such was the case this past week when all of the major news was focused on multiple beloved wrestlers leaving their respected promotions.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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Despite all these improvements to the housing landscape, young adults are shunning home buying and remaining renters.—
Daryl Fairweather,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Highlight their strengths, provide areas for improvement with solutions and reaffirm confidence in their abilities.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
9 Apr. 2025
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As the film progresses, viewers are taken through various seasons.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
5 Apr. 2025
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There is no update on the containment progress of the fire and its cause has yet to be determined. Source: National Interagency Fire Center This story was originally published April 5, 2025 at 1:48 PM.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Tickets are $15 if purchased in advance or $20 at the door.—
Jeanette Marantos,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2025
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And any ballot measure would need to be filed more than two months in advance.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2025
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In fact, empathy from clinicians can actually affect the progression of a disease.—
Hansa Bhargava,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Even through the backwards progression, Cathy feels whole, consistent.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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But the process of creating the hairpieces, dearest gentle readers, is more laborious than Lady Whistledown’s efforts to conceal her identity from the Ton.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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This rare fossilization process allowed researchers to examine the species’ structural features, including its soft tissue, stomach and coloration patterns.—
Julianna Bragg,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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Booker and the procession of Senate colleagues who asked him questions referenced this and other appointments in their remarks.—
Charlie Hunt,
The Conversation,
4 Apr. 2025
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Leading the procession are celebrants donning capgrossos (giant headpieces) in the shape of both calçots and the ingredients to the sauce that accompanies the calçots (garlic, olive oil, vinegar, etc.).—
Naomi Tomky,
AFAR Media,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Advancement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advancement. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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