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as in lends
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 promotes
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in progresses
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in upgrades
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 proposes
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in advancements
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 improvements
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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Recent Examples of advances
Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Under the current rules, no team that advances from the play-in to the playoffs has a chance to participate in the draft lottery and earn a top-four pick.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
Earning the top seed means that if Osceola advances throughout the Eastern Conference playoffs, all games would be played at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2026
The winner advances to the Frozen Four in Las Vegas on April 9 to take on the winner of Sunday’s regional final in Albany, New York, between Minnesota Duluth and top overall seed Michigan.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
UConn advances to a true heavyweight clash in Sunday's final of the NCAA Tournament's East Region against top-seeded Duke.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
March Madness Sweet Sixteen thriller that advances Duke to its 13th Elite Eight.
—Joe Davidson
march 27, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Notre Dame advances to face longtime rival UConn in the Elite Eight on Sunday.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
As Tivic advances into 2026, its priorities include advancing development across several indications.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
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
Marquee Wi-Fi advances often increase the number of bands available for communication between routers and all of your devices—Wi-Fi 7 isn't unique in this improvement.
—Iyaz Akhtar, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
Canada’s prospective agreement with the Mercosur trade bloc is coalescing quickly as the steady drumbeat of trade diversification advances across the Western Hemisphere.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
Powell put on his econ nerd hat for a second, citing all the similar technological advances throughout the history of modern capitalism.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
The league has embraced advances in technology and artificial intelligence, including putting chips in footballs and using virtual measurements to determine first downs.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Along the way, the Soviets and the Americans would try to outdo each other, leading to earlier advances in technology and perhaps quicker social change, like the passage of the Equal Rights Amendment.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
This will render research, innovation and societal advances as dim, undetectable versions of themselves, restricting the country’s ability to lead globally in addressing the most pressing issues of our times.
—Jane M. Saks, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
Verb
Operational hydrogen propulsion by the 2030s The company’s latest milestone advances Japan’s strategy to export both hydrogen ship technology and associated fuel-supply systems.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Under the current rules, no team that advances from the play-in to the playoffs has a chance to participate in the draft lottery and earn a top-four pick.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
Earning the top seed means that if Osceola advances throughout the Eastern Conference playoffs, all games would be played at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2026
The winner advances to the Frozen Four in Las Vegas on April 9 to take on the winner of Sunday’s regional final in Albany, New York, between Minnesota Duluth and top overall seed Michigan.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
UConn advances to a true heavyweight clash in Sunday's final of the NCAA Tournament's East Region against top-seeded Duke.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
March Madness Sweet Sixteen thriller that advances Duke to its 13th Elite Eight.
—Joe Davidson
march 27, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Notre Dame advances to face longtime rival UConn in the Elite Eight on Sunday.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
As Tivic advances into 2026, its priorities include advancing development across several indications.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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
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
Marquee Wi-Fi advances often increase the number of bands available for communication between routers and all of your devices—Wi-Fi 7 isn't unique in this improvement.
—Iyaz Akhtar, PC Magazine, 31 Mar. 2026
Canada’s prospective agreement with the Mercosur trade bloc is coalescing quickly as the steady drumbeat of trade diversification advances across the Western Hemisphere.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
Powell put on his econ nerd hat for a second, citing all the similar technological advances throughout the history of modern capitalism.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
The league has embraced advances in technology and artificial intelligence, including putting chips in footballs and using virtual measurements to determine first downs.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Along the way, the Soviets and the Americans would try to outdo each other, leading to earlier advances in technology and perhaps quicker social change, like the passage of the Equal Rights Amendment.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
This will render research, innovation and societal advances as dim, undetectable versions of themselves, restricting the country’s ability to lead globally in addressing the most pressing issues of our times.
—Jane M. Saks, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advances
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The expanse of the American West lends a scope and majesty to the frame, while smooth transitions between 2D and 3D animation make the horse-racing scenes exhilarating.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
27 Mar. 2026
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The natural silk cord lays comfortably on the skin and the kelp pendant lends an ethereal touch that is elegant but slightly bohemian.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Vitamin C Super Serum+ promotes a more youthful and healthy-looking complexion by improving the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots, revealing smoother and brighter-looking skin.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The steamy climate, which promotes overgrown plant life, doesn’t help.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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Gering said air quality should improve as the day progresses due to increasing wind speed and forecasted rain and thunderstorms.—
Cooper Worth,
Des Moines Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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Jesus Tarango, the chairman of Wilton Rancheria, said as the casino progresses economically, so does the future of the tribe and broader Sacramento community.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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The city will pay $510,000 to reimburse Craft for part of the $750,000 in equipment and furniture upgrades the company committed to as part of the contract, according to the report.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Jefferies upgrades Ferrari to buy from neutral Jefferies says Ferrari has plenty of room for growth.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2026
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In the same breath, the city acknowledges planning fewer historic designations but proposes doing more in poorer communities.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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The legislation proposes to remove the explicit ban and redefine euthanasia as a legal, voluntary medical procedure.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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That entrepreneurial mindset continues to shape how Jones approaches Arizona real estate, especially in a market as active and widely discussed as Maricopa County's.—
Connie Etemadi,
AZCentral.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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His father is a subject Nagarjuna approaches with both pride and philosophical caution.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
31 Mar. 2026
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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.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
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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
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The project will also add turn lanes, access control measures and pedestrian improvements.—
March 26,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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As further improvements are made, platinum-free fuel cells could play a major role in building a cleaner and more affordable energy future.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Advances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advances. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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