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as in evolved
being far along in development
an advanced civilization, among the first anywhere to use the plow, developed on the banks of the Nile River thousands of years ago
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as in progressive
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
went to a very advanced school for gifted children
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as in lent
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 promoted
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in progressed
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in elevated
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 proposed
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in approached
to move closer to
advanced cautiously toward the snarling dog
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Recent Examples of advanced
Victor Cha, The Atlantic, 20 Dec. 2024
Though this adventure may be a little advanced for younger viewers, families should enjoy the deeper level themes.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 20 Dec. 2024
How to avoid the Jubilee crowds in Rome Avoiding the crowds in Rome will require some advanced planning and a bit of clever strategy.
—Erica Firpo, AFAR Media, 20 Dec. 2024
Supported by First Tellurium’s advanced materials, PyroDelta has created thermoelectric technology that has been recognized by the National Science Foundation and introduces a new way to generate electricity using heat and cooling differences.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Under Yoon, South Korea improved relations with Japan, advanced trilateral cooperation with Japan and the U.S., joined the Chips 4 Alliance for semiconductor supply chains and export controls, invested in electric-vehicle-battery production in the United States, and supported Ukraine.
—Victor Cha, The Atlantic, 20 Dec. 2024
Though this adventure may be a little advanced for younger viewers, families should enjoy the deeper level themes.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 20 Dec. 2024
How to avoid the Jubilee crowds in Rome Avoiding the crowds in Rome will require some advanced planning and a bit of clever strategy.
—Erica Firpo, AFAR Media, 20 Dec. 2024
Supported by First Tellurium’s advanced materials, PyroDelta has created thermoelectric technology that has been recognized by the National Science Foundation and introduces a new way to generate electricity using heat and cooling differences.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Different regions and demographic groups in this country support a wide range of ideals—both progressive and conservative.Ryan Smith, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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In February, the broadcast veteran shared she had been diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia, a rare nervous system syndrome, and dementia.DeMicia Inman, VIBE.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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Fortress reportedly lent Cohen millions of dollars but sued him earlier this year for default and then became the only bidder for Curzon at a foreclosure auction.Caroline Reid, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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Elsewhere, Reformation have lent into initiatives to engage customers on the environmental impact of clothing, including a collaboration with Poshmark to buy and sell secondhand garments.Amy Nguyen, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Washington once promoted economic interdependence but now openly weaponizes it.Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
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Are employees of all backgrounds being hired and promoted at the same rates within the workplace?Janice Gassam Asare, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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However, since early September, my health challenges have progressed making frequent travel to Washington both difficult and unpredictable.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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As the fight progressed, Fury stepped up his output and sense of urgency and slowly took over.Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Da Silva elevated and swished a 3-pointer to guarantee the win.Josh Robbins, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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This causes turtles to float in an awkward position with their rear ends elevated—making swimming considerably difficult and preventing the animal from diving far beneath the surface.Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, Starbucks said in a statement that the union had proposed an immediate increase in the minimum wage of hourly partners by 64%, as well as an overall 77% raise over the duration of a three-year contract.Max Zahn, ABC News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Enbridge has proposed to reroute Line 5 around the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa’s land.Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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So many of Italy’s traditional food festivals began not long after, when the emergence of culinary tourism and growing appreciation for local food traditions gave rise to new annual celebrations.John Last, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
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Even Major League Baseball had a McDonald’s subplot this year, when Grimace became the lucky charm who (briefly) gave the Mets hope for a world championship and New Yorkers hope for a Subway Series (but then the Mets lost to the Dodgers in the playoffs, of course).Allison Morrow, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Among other casualties was Iran’s influence in Syria, painstakingly cultivated through years of costly intervention and unwavering support.Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
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Amid all of this, Border Hawk cultivated a growing audience for stories that blamed migrants themselves for the growing chaos.Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 20 Dec. 2024
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