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as in promotions
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 improvements
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 advances
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 advancements
Plus, uncertainty – the biggest domino of them all – had the potential to recede as companies gained greater clarity on the economy, borrowing costs, tariffs and other federal policies, technological advancements, and geopolitical developments.
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Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
The recent increase in reports may also be linked to advancements in technology and widespread camera use, prompting the question of whether these tools are amplifying the apparent surge.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
As naval forces continue to adopt autonomous systems, such advancements are likely to play a crucial role in shaping the future of underwater warfare and maritime security.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026
But unlike other commodities, the cost of each token is rapidly decreasing owing to advancements in AI’s capabilities.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
The firm observes that advertiser access to impressive advancements in richer data, smarter automation, and increasingly granular targeting has failed to meaningfully shift these familiar benchmarks.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Placer County Sheriff's Office in California The break in the case came through advancements in DNA technology and decades of investigative work, the sheriff's office said.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2026
Offensively, advancements in overall team play, pace and screening have been at the forefront.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2026
Although the biometric advancements started on the pitching side, there are tangible benefits for hitters too.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
The recent increase in reports may also be linked to advancements in technology and widespread camera use, prompting the question of whether these tools are amplifying the apparent surge.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
As naval forces continue to adopt autonomous systems, such advancements are likely to play a crucial role in shaping the future of underwater warfare and maritime security.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026
But unlike other commodities, the cost of each token is rapidly decreasing owing to advancements in AI’s capabilities.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
The firm observes that advertiser access to impressive advancements in richer data, smarter automation, and increasingly granular targeting has failed to meaningfully shift these familiar benchmarks.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Placer County Sheriff's Office in California The break in the case came through advancements in DNA technology and decades of investigative work, the sheriff's office said.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2026
Offensively, advancements in overall team play, pace and screening have been at the forefront.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2026
Although the biometric advancements started on the pitching side, there are tangible benefits for hitters too.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancements
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According to a 2025 roundup of April Fools’ food promotions by the New York Post, several national brands followed Dunkin’s lead by offering tangible rewards instead of traditional pranks.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Many promotions require customers to be rewards members or use a mobile app to redeem.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
1 Apr. 2026
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Another important note to make is that Lupaia is closed during the winter season for improvements to the rooms, garden, public area, and overall guest experience since the weather is too unpredictable to welcome guests during that time anyway.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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The report highlights the company’s legacy of innovation, demonstrating how process improvements and high-performance products aim to actively help customers reduce their environmental footprints.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2026
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If El-Sayed advances with Piker's support, the party will face continued pressure to engage with him, some analysts predict.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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While none of the commodities are traded as widely as oil, the surge indicates how ripple effects from the Middle East conflict could end up restricting production of the semiconductors that power artificial intelligence advances.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
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According to coverage from Time, dark showering combines three separate physiological processes.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Building departments that struggled with outdated manual processes now offer technology solutions that benefit everyone.—
Ian Cohen,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
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As for Kutter Crawford and Patrick Sandoval, both pitchers are trending toward returning to game action but are still well behind the other three starter candidates in their progressions.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
8 Mar. 2026
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Great arm and works his progressions.—
Jake Ciely,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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The rash often starts with small red spots and progresses to blisters that become scabbed over, the CDC says.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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As Harmon play progresses, present day and past are constantly moving in and out of the same Paris apartment.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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Palm Sunday is celebrated by Christians by reenacting Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem with processions, waving palm branches, and conducting special church services.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Typically, thousands of pilgrims gather in the city for processions and prayers, but this year’s observances have been scaled back dramatically or canceled altogether.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Advancements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advancements. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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