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as in to lend
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 to promote
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in to progress
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in to elevate
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 to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in progress
forward movement in time or place
during her long convalescence, the housebound woman was barely aware of the advance of the seasons
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as in improvement
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill
under her new teacher, the aspiring violinist has made noticeable advances in her technique in just a few weeks
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as in early
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Recent Examples of advance
Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026
In California's June 2 primary election for the next congressional term, Wahab and Hernandez finished first and second, respectively, and advanced to the November general election, guaranteeing the seat remains in Democratic hands.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 16 June 2026
Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 17 June 2026
Fleming won the Republican runoff Tuesday, defeating Vernon Jones to claim the GOP nomination and advance to the November general election, CBS News projects.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Sacbee.com, 4 May 2026
The Lakers played the entire series without Doncic, but Reaves returned for the last two games to help them advance.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
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Verb
In 2026, Denton Ryan tallied a 12-2 record en route to the regional finals, where Aledo advanced to the state semifinals with a dominant 43-17 victory.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026
In California's June 2 primary election for the next congressional term, Wahab and Hernandez finished first and second, respectively, and advanced to the November general election, guaranteeing the seat remains in Democratic hands.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 16 June 2026
Noun
By losing a winner’s bracket game to Oklahoma on Monday, the Bulldogs put themselves in position of needing to beat the Sooners twice to win their bracket at the College World Series and advance to the championship series.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 17 June 2026
Fleming won the Republican runoff Tuesday, defeating Vernon Jones to claim the GOP nomination and advance to the November general election, CBS News projects.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Adjective
Fundraising strength and high-profile endorsements could determine which two hopefuls advance.
—Sacbee.com, 4 May 2026
The Lakers played the entire series without Doncic, but Reaves returned for the last two games to help them advance.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advance
Verb
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Don’t be fooled by the small entryway; the position of the building lends itself to dedicating the floors above the lobby to the real scenery.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Approximately $232,000 Conjuring the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age, convertibles lend even the most mundane daily driving a cinematic charge, and few do so more persuasively than the storied Mercedes SL.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
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When the company launched Fox One, its new subscription streaming service aimed at cord cutters, Murdoch forbid the company from promoting the outlet to traditional TV audiences, a bid to ensure the new platform wouldn’t upset its relationships with cable and video distributors.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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Tom Holland and Zendaya made promoting their new movie look like a casual date moment.—
Angeline Jane Bernabe,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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More significantly, Cape Verde’s chances of progressing to the round of 32 have gone up from 32 percent to 52 percent — a significant increase.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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As treatment progresses, keeping records can help families communicate more effectively with healthcare providers.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
15 June 2026
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What truly sets it apart is the decadent foie gras aioli that adds a velvety, indulgent texture and a depth of flavor that elevates every bite.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which degrades collagen and slows barrier recovery.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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Yes, recent research suggests birding may boost both brain health and mental wellbeing.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Research also suggests that if the hobby involves art, spending two or more hours per week on it provides the strongest well-being benefits.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
17 June 2026
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Studios, production companies and distributors regularly approach Promise, a generative AI company, to bring AI into their productions, and each arrives with its own usage guidelines, said the company’s president, Jamie Byrne.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Authorities said Reyes repeatedly approached the girl and asked for her phone number.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Meanwhile, Ukraine’s advancements in drone warfare and technology mean its military is inflicting far more casualties on Russia than earlier in the war.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Surrounded by investment and innovation projects, the Mobile World Congress (MWC) kicks off today in Barcelona amid a context of euphoria but also tensions over artificial intelligence (AI), whose rapid advancement is shaking up the tech sector.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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After months of community outreach and crunching new data, the city identified where the most severe crashes are happening and where safety improvements could have the biggest impact.—
Brady Halbleib,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The placebo effect occurs when someone experiences symptom improvement after taking a pill or receiving a treatment with no direct medical or biological effect on the condition being treated.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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