as in gaining
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1
as in lending
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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2
as in promoting
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in progressing
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in elevating
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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5
as in proposing
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in approaching
to move closer to
advanced cautiously toward the snarling dog
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Recent Examples of advancing
Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 1 May 2026
Horrified that there was no way to ensure the images hadn’t left his computer and no path to stop the man from continuing to generate fake nudes, the women joined Maye Quade in advancing the law to shut down the problem at its source.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026
How did the Celtics — betting favorites to win the East entering the postseason — go from the verge of advancing in five to the brink of a stunning first-round exit?
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
The deal also builds on Aramco’s long-term commitment to advancing soccer, including through its own professional soccer club, Al Qadsiah, the company said.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The expansion is also accelerating data generation, a key factor in advancing the robots’ autonomous capabilities.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026
The Mojo will play either the Dallas Pulse or Indy Ignite in the May 7 semifinals, with the winner advancing.
—Ivan Carter, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Lopez was selected after advancing through district- and county-level recognition programs that honor classified employees across a range of roles within the district.
—City News Service, Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
For the second time this week, the state Senate spent hours discussing complicated technology legislation, with lawmakers once again advancing a bill over strong objections that regulating rapidly changing technology could negatively affect local businesses.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
Verb
Trump also said that no one knows the status of talks with Iran aside from himself and a handful of others, suggesting that negotiations are advancing despite the public appearance of a standstill.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 1 May 2026
Horrified that there was no way to ensure the images hadn’t left his computer and no path to stop the man from continuing to generate fake nudes, the women joined Maye Quade in advancing the law to shut down the problem at its source.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026
How did the Celtics — betting favorites to win the East entering the postseason — go from the verge of advancing in five to the brink of a stunning first-round exit?
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
The deal also builds on Aramco’s long-term commitment to advancing soccer, including through its own professional soccer club, Al Qadsiah, the company said.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The expansion is also accelerating data generation, a key factor in advancing the robots’ autonomous capabilities.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026
The Mojo will play either the Dallas Pulse or Indy Ignite in the May 7 semifinals, with the winner advancing.
—Ivan Carter, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Lopez was selected after advancing through district- and county-level recognition programs that honor classified employees across a range of roles within the district.
—City News Service, Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
For the second time this week, the state Senate spent hours discussing complicated technology legislation, with lawmakers once again advancing a bill over strong objections that regulating rapidly changing technology could negatively affect local businesses.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancing
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Baby pink softens graphic staples like black, white, and deep burgundy, lending them a lighter feel.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
7 May 2026
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Moreover, Nigel is also back, lending her clothes from the magazine’s closet.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2026
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In Church’s day, that separation depended on promoting a robust idea of American innocence over Europe’s enfeebling corruption.—
Sebastian Smee,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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There is a broader issue of manufacturers selling dangerous products and promoting them with deceptive advertising to lure youth into using their dangerous, ineffective products.—
Jad Abdel Nour,
Hartford Courant,
4 May 2026
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The variety could grow further in coming years with Relativity Space, Stoke Space and Astra Space all progressing with rockets aiming to launch from Cape Canaveral, while SpaceX looks to bring its Starship and Super Heavy to the Space Coast before the end of the year.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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Elon Musk’s brain-computer interface (BCI) technology is progressing at a remarkable pace.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Jewish Theological Seminary has named Rabbi Mike Uram as its next chancellor, elevating a Jewish educator best known for his time as executive director of the University of Pennsylvania Hillel to lead Conservative Judaism’s flagship university and rabbinical school.—
Andrew Silow-Carroll,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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What was initially thought to be a small number of caves has been proven otherwise through ongoing research, elevating Nottingham’s historical significance (with a reference to Robin Hood attached).—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
3 May 2026
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Governor Ron DeSantis is proposing to spend $300 million for student safety measures in next year’s budget, a $10 million increase from last year, but the funding can only be used for public schools.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
2 May 2026
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To address its funding shortfall, the county is proposing eliminating hundreds of positions and adopting a series of measures that the county asserts will reduce costs and improve efficiency.—
Luis Melecio-Zambrano,
Mercury News,
2 May 2026
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One way of approaching this is to go back to our earlier discussion about attitudes.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Kazmierczak is sitting in the front row and stands up, quickly approaching Omar and squirting apple cider vinegar on her with a syringe.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
7 May 2026
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Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.—
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Mar. 2025
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State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
5 Dec. 2024
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The Moon in Sagittarius activates your 3rd House of Communication, encouraging direct expression and clearer exchanges.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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And the petition would need to name the private entity’s president, director or other corporate officer as the preferred guardian, rather than a business name, with the goal of encouraging more personal responsibility.—
Christy Gutowski,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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“Advancing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advancing. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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