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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
Shane Eddy, Hartford Courant, 22 July 2025
Further progress is expected in the coming years as a separate target for 25% (previously 20%) of people working on each BBC production to be either ethnically diverse, disabled or from a lower socioeconomic background comes into force.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 22 July 2025
Ashley Austin, Time, 20 July 2025
The fire started July 1 and continues to progress southward along the eastern plank, inching closer to the Pit River.
—Jamie Parsons, The Washington Examiner, 19 July 2025
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Noun
While Connecticut’s leaders have made significant progress on both fronts, there is still more work to do to grow and protect the state’s industrial base for generations to come.
—Shane Eddy, Hartford Courant, 22 July 2025
Further progress is expected in the coming years as a separate target for 25% (previously 20%) of people working on each BBC production to be either ethnically diverse, disabled or from a lower socioeconomic background comes into force.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 22 July 2025
Verb
Women who exercise more than three times per week for 25 minutes have a 39% lower risk of developing gestational hypertension, which can progress to preeclampsia.
—Ashley Austin, Time, 20 July 2025
The fire started July 1 and continues to progress southward along the eastern plank, inching closer to the Pit River.
—Jamie Parsons, The Washington Examiner, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for progress
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Aaron Tolentino,
New York Times,
26 July 2025
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Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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Her interests extend to topics such as human evolution, psychology, and quirky animal stories.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
18 July 2025
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The tome traces the evolution of the Cup, from the initial race off the coast of England in 1851 to the latest 37th defender-versus-challenger contest held in October 2024.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
18 July 2025
Verb
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And Bellevue, to the east, has grown to a similar population size.—
Austin Hornbostel,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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Now comes news that many kinds of ticks are expanding their range and growing more abundant in the Midwest.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
26 July 2025
Verb
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Prosecutors argued in their filing on July 29 that Joseph was correct and that Adelman should allow the case to proceed.—
John Diedrich,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
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Investors pursuing the rally should proceed with caution as AEye is a highly volatile microcap stock with a market capitalization of approximately $90 million.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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But there has to be some level of progression without diluting the iconic-ness of Wednesday.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
24 July 2025
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But more so just to get that first one done, so that the progression can carry on, that’s the most exciting thing.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 July 2025
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In true Georgia fashion, this development is insane.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
23 July 2025
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The baby gear industry is reliant on global distribution and manufacturing, explains Siobhan Adcock, director of baby content development at Consumer Reports.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
22 July 2025
Verb
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One of Arizona’s largest private landowners has plans to develop the state’s largest data center project, a development estimated to cost $33 billion.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
31 July 2025
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Zilber Property Group developed the Caledonia facility in collaboration with Saputo and other local partners. Saputo, one of the world's largest dairy processors, closed its Lancaster plant in 2024, resulting in job losses.—
Tom Daykin,
jsonline.com,
31 July 2025
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The Great Lakes freighter sank — one of the largest on Lake Superior ever to do so — during a violent November storm in 1975 while carrying Minnesota ore.—
Frank Witsil,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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In the clips, which appear to have been taken during Prince Louis' 7th birthday shoot done by photographer Josh Shinner, George and Charlotte lift up Louis in one adorable moment, as the trio giggle, hold hands and pose on a gate in other cute shots.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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“Progress.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progress. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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