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as in process
forward movement in time or place
we're making slow progress against this stiff headwind
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as in evolution
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
the rapid progress of medical science in the last century
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as in to grow
to become mature
generally a species progresses from simple forms to more specialized forms
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as in to proceed
to move forward along a course
our wedding plans are progressing nicely
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Recent Examples of progress
Lyric Christian, Essence, 27 Feb. 2025
When implementing an enterprise browser, organizations often face unforeseen challenges that can hinder progress and adoption.
—Ashish Khanna, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
The professionals who actively showcase their achievements and leadership potential tend to progress faster.
—Divya Divakaran, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Despite these challenges, Black women continue to be catalysts for progress, innovation, and cultural shifts in beauty.
—Lyric Christian, Essence, 27 Feb. 2025
When implementing an enterprise browser, organizations often face unforeseen challenges that can hinder progress and adoption.
—Ashish Khanna, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Verb
The lessons progress throughout the rest of the year.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
The professionals who actively showcase their achievements and leadership potential tend to progress faster.
—Divya Divakaran, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for progress
Noun
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The development and production process will follow a startup-like model, with funding raised in rounds akin to venture financing.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
4 Mar. 2025
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Since then, the long process of decommissioning the plant has been underway.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Here’s how the startup mindset can guide the creation and evolution of a modern family office.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The evolution of Baltimore’s version of the NPIC toward more non-traditional service providers brought its own set of challenges.—
David Plymyer,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Atlanta Fed believed the U.S. GDP was on track to grow throughout most of February, with estimates ranging from positive 2 to nearly 4 percent.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Across the country, a growing number of malls and shopping centers are getting a dose of international influence.—
Ryan Baker,Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Their suspicions ended up being warranted, as the ever-elusive rapper proceeded to delay the record for more than a year despite pre-orders, merch, and numerous festival appearances.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
7 Mar. 2025
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Strategic work can proceed in teams as organizations gain better reliability when moving from fire-response tactics to proactive risk mitigation.—
Sai Sandeep Ogety,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Prolonged, elevated cortisol levels or chronic stress can disrupt these processes, leading to inflammation, chronic pain, depression, and even the progression of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.2 Cortisol levels are meant to slowly decline throughout the day.—
Caitlin Pagán,
Verywell Health,
28 Feb. 2025
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Two consecutive winning seasons that include a 2023 World Series appearance and the progression of several key prospects have brought the Diamondbacks to a point where continued success is expected.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Max’s Crazy Rich Asians TV series has officially opened a development room led by Adele Lim who will serve as executive producer, writer and showrunner.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
28 Feb. 2025
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While significant progress has been made, more than 40% of the lands within the Wildlife Corridor remain unprotected and vulnerable to development.—
Haley Busch,
Orlando Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Should a rally develop, short covering could fuel it.—
John Navin,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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In some cases, a person may have been susceptible to developing lung fibrosis due to an underlying condition and the COVID-19 infection may accelerate the fibrotic progression.—
Amy McGorry,
Fox News,
8 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Melanie does that beautifully, unraveling through rage.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
28 Feb. 2025
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Brown revealed her new platinum blonde ‘do at the start of the month, before giving her locks their red carpet debut at Sunday’s 2025 SAG Awards.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Progress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progress. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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