1
as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
the young man's rapid advancement in the company came as no surprise to those who knew he was the president's nephew
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2
as in improvement
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill
science has made huge advancements in the field of genetics in recent years
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as in progress
forward movement in time or place
wondered why we hadn't made any advancement in the long checkout line for at least 10 minutes
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Recent Examples of advancement
Though many other carmakers tout advancements in active suspension or high-tech engine developments, there’s nothing that quite captures the ease and solidity of these highway cruisers.
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Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
The processor is called Ocelot, and the announcement comes as more tech companies tout their advancements in quantum.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2025
Johnson was named one of the 30 statewide finalists out of more than 470 applicants for the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching on Feb. 18 by the Golden Apple Foundation in Chicago for the advancement of educational opportunities for students.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025
The micro- and nanoscale textures of shark skin and cicada wings have previously driven technological advancements due to their superhydrophobic, self-cleaning, antifogging, and antimicrobial properties.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 26 Feb. 2025
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Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
The processor is called Ocelot, and the announcement comes as more tech companies tout their advancements in quantum.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2025
Johnson was named one of the 30 statewide finalists out of more than 470 applicants for the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching on Feb. 18 by the Golden Apple Foundation in Chicago for the advancement of educational opportunities for students.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025
The micro- and nanoscale textures of shark skin and cicada wings have previously driven technological advancements due to their superhydrophobic, self-cleaning, antifogging, and antimicrobial properties.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancement
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In addition to sharing across all internal communication channels, consider developing compelling narratives for public promotion as part of a greater PR or advertising strategy.—
Andrea Aker,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Jeanie Buss is the controlling owner and president of the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association, and co-owner and promoter of the U.S. women’s professional wrestling promotion Women of Wrestling.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
3 Mar. 2025
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It's also been proven to help achieve a noticeable improvement to your skin's hydration levels in as little as one week.—
Denise Primbet,
Glamour,
5 Mar. 2025
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In 2022, the village voted to designate the mall as a business district to allow the collection of a 1% tax that would funnel back to the mall for improvements.—
Richard Requena,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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Ars reported on the progress of Astroscale's ADRAS-J mission last August, soon after the spacecraft flew as close as 50 meters (164 feet) from the H-IIA rocket.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
28 Feb. 2025
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Conversely, threats to the conduct and implementation of cancer disparities research, and to the promotion of diversity and representation in research spaces, will objectively harm research output overall, and drastically stall progress towards finding cures for cancer.—
Angelique Richardson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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These services are advertised well in advance and provide a moment of reflection before the day’s exuberant celebrations get underway.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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Federal law requires agencies to notify states generally 60 days in advance when laying off 50 or more people, so that states can jump into action.—
Andrea Hsu,
NPR,
8 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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Some civil rights advocates worry the new court processes will accomplish little except to land more people in jail and conservatorship.—
Ethan Varian,
The Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Steward’s executives are framing the bankruptcy process as helping to improve hospital operations and assist the company in paying off debt.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2025
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Thousands of people lined the streets of Israel on Wednesday to pay their respects to Shiri Bibas and her two young sons as their funeral procession made its way to a cemetery in the south of the country.—
Max Butterworth,
NBC News,
26 Feb. 2025
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Nasrallah was laid to rest Sunday in Beirut after the funeral procession, while Safieddine will be buried in his hometown in southern Lebanon.—
BASSEM MROUE,
arkansasonline.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Advancement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advancement. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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