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as in sequence
a series of things linked together
a progression of events that ended in utter disaster for the arctic explorers
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as in progress
forward movement in time or place
our progression was slow but steady
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as in evolution
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
that civilization's gradual progression from simple bartering to a complex economy and monetary system
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Recent Examples of progression
Early diagnosis may prevent damage to the organ and, in some cases, slow the progression of the condition.
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Brittany Risher, SELF, 6 Dec. 2024
Dietary supplements may slow the progression in those who already have the disease.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
The reader is made to cut beneath the surface in the story’s progression, to move from the world of exteriors to the world of spiritual depth.
—Ben Woollard, JSTOR Daily, 4 Dec. 2024
Find a name on the list that has made a positive career progression this year.
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 2 Dec. 2024
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Brittany Risher, SELF, 6 Dec. 2024
Dietary supplements may slow the progression in those who already have the disease.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
The reader is made to cut beneath the surface in the story’s progression, to move from the world of exteriors to the world of spiritual depth.
—Ben Woollard, JSTOR Daily, 4 Dec. 2024
Find a name on the list that has made a positive career progression this year.
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for progression
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It’s filled with dry British comedy and over-the-top action sequences set to classic rock tracks.Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
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Plus, Starkey says movement rehearsals for a kind of dance sequence toward the end of the film broke the ice.Rich Juzwiak, TIME, 6 Dec. 2024
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Save 20% for a new car or 10% for a used one, but don’t ignore other dreams—small contributions keep progress alive.Natalie Campisi, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Jean-Paul Sartre once said that being human is making the idea of humanity progress.Kody Boye, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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The ongoing evolution of more innovative features and functionality, such as Ethereum’s smart contracts, will likely add to this.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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In The Language Puzzle, archeologist Steven Mithen draws on the latest research from linguistics, anthropology, psychology and genetics to guide the reader through some 1.6 million years of hominin evolution.Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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The popular chicken chain's subsidiary, Chick-fil-A Supply, is behind the 270,000-square-foot project and aims to wrap up construction by 2026.Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 10 Dec. 2024
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The North American resort chain best known for its indoor water parks offers seemingly endless activities for kids at no extra charge – plus all-inclusive dining packages for children and free, daily breakfast packages that further add to the resort’s incredible value.Gina Kramer, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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The complexity of navigating diverse regulations across different jurisdictions further complicates the development process.Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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In the United States, algorithms are now embedded in companies and various levels of government, speeding along processes that used to be handled by humans.T.M. Brown, The Atlantic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Sarah Bremner is launching the production banner after having most recently served as president of Ava DuVernay’s Array Filmworks and earlier spending five years at Netflix’s film division leading development on Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, The Two Popes, Rebecca and more titles.Erik Hayden, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
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Editor's note: This story has been updated with recent developments.Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 12 Dec. 2024
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High-speed Hong Kong Video Ad Feedback Take a ride on a 155mph sleeper train to Hong Kong 01:30 - Source: CNN Hong Kong’s new high-speed sleeper trains launched in summer 2024.Maureen O'Hare, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
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Today, Music People Club has a permanent spot, not far from Kharkiv's central train station; its entrance marked by a large neon sign.Katya Soldak, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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In an environment of rapid technological advancement and evolving trade policies, semiconductor capital equipment companies are positioned to thrive.John Buckingham, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Progression.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progression. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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