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as in growing
to become mature
generally a species progresses from simple forms to more specialized forms
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as in doing
to move forward along a course
our wedding plans are progressing nicely
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Recent Examples of progressing
The Athletic reported on Wednesday that West Ham were progressing in their talks with Potter, with the club later confirming the departure of Julen Lopetegui after six months in charge.
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Stuart James, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
This program, which began in 2022, is designed to rectify historic problems with IDR plans that prevented many borrowers from progressing toward 20- or 25-year loan forgiveness.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Ingram’s slowly progressing toward a return, and there’s a strong possibility the Pelicans will see Ingram and Williamson on the court together for a stretch before the deadline.
—Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
Espada said Garcia and McCullers were progressing well in their comebacks from arm surgeries, but offered few other specifics on a timeline.
—Chandler Rome, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
And our goal is to keep progressing, every game.
—Law Murray, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
But the man's condition worsened, progressing into cirrhosis and eventually hepatocellular carcinoma, also known as liver cancer.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 4 Jan. 2025
Also happy to hear that Tomi is progressing well.
—Art De Roché, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Relying on the philanthropic support of the Murdoch Institute, the work is progressing rapidly and has been shown to be effective already in mice, pigs and sheep.
—Dr. Marc Siegel Fox News, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Stuart James, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
This program, which began in 2022, is designed to rectify historic problems with IDR plans that prevented many borrowers from progressing toward 20- or 25-year loan forgiveness.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Ingram’s slowly progressing toward a return, and there’s a strong possibility the Pelicans will see Ingram and Williamson on the court together for a stretch before the deadline.
—Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
Espada said Garcia and McCullers were progressing well in their comebacks from arm surgeries, but offered few other specifics on a timeline.
—Chandler Rome, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
And our goal is to keep progressing, every game.
—Law Murray, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
But the man's condition worsened, progressing into cirrhosis and eventually hepatocellular carcinoma, also known as liver cancer.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 4 Jan. 2025
Also happy to hear that Tomi is progressing well.
—Art De Roché, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Relying on the philanthropic support of the Murdoch Institute, the work is progressing rapidly and has been shown to be effective already in mice, pigs and sheep.
—Dr. Marc Siegel Fox News, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for progressing
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The Industrial Revolution was gaining strength, immigration was surging, and the cities were growing at a rapid pace, some doubling in size in a decade.—
Jim Euchner,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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This disconnect raises questions about the fairness and effectiveness of current executive compensation models, particularly in light of the growing wage gap between CEOs and average workers.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Over the years, that evolved into doing complete residential interiors, and commercial work including multiple test and demonstration kitchen projects, and then product design.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
WWD,
31 Dec. 2024
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Of course, major record labels were interested in whatever the ex-Jane’s members were doing at the peak of their fame.—
Aaron Gilbreath,
SPIN,
31 Dec. 2024
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Research and verify any claims before proceeding.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
23 Dec. 2024
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In a flash, Webster's cute cuddle with his young son took a wild turn with Parker sitting up slightly before proceeding to vomit all over his father, who was lying on the couch.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
21 Dec. 2024
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The launch set a record for turnaround time for the company from a single launch pad coming four days, three hours, and 11 minutes since the July 23 launch.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
4 Jan. 2025
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From thrilling outdoor adventures to inaugural music festivals and exclusive culinary experiences, there’s much to look forward to in the coming months.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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But, like workers shedding the new year festivities and glumly marching back to the office, stocks lost their sheen, began tilting down and closed the session lower.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
3 Jan. 2025
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The two-day event features all of the bands marching in the parade and is held at Pasadena City College.—
Mike Nolan,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Progressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progressing. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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