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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3
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
The look of woodies changed a lot in the late 1940s, not because of the wood, but because of steelmaking advancements.
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Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 19 July 2025
Even with all the advancements in games over the years, there's something to be said for games that don't require digital downloads.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 19 July 2025
Joe's nemesis is Ted Garcia (Pedro Pascal), Eddington's prosperous, left-leaning mayor, who advocates for upholding mask mandates and aiding the creation of a massive data center, part of his desire for technological advancement.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 18 July 2025
The report points to rising content demand, government support and investment, cost-effective productions, and technological advancements all driving rapid growth in the APAC animation, VFX, and post-production market.
—Jim Halterman, IndieWire, 17 July 2025
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Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 19 July 2025
Even with all the advancements in games over the years, there's something to be said for games that don't require digital downloads.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 19 July 2025
Joe's nemesis is Ted Garcia (Pedro Pascal), Eddington's prosperous, left-leaning mayor, who advocates for upholding mask mandates and aiding the creation of a massive data center, part of his desire for technological advancement.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 18 July 2025
The report points to rising content demand, government support and investment, cost-effective productions, and technological advancements all driving rapid growth in the APAC animation, VFX, and post-production market.
—Jim Halterman, IndieWire, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancement
Noun
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This is Fortune 500 Power Moves, a weekly column tracking executive shifts—from appointments and promotions to resignations and retirements—within the highest ranks of Fortune 500 companies.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
25 July 2025
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That earned him a promotion to Triple-A Albuquerque on July 18.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Gale’s progressive social agenda gets wrapped in folksy, regionalist humor, as the Friendship Married Ladies Cemetery Improvement Sodality try to bring modern improvements to their village.—
Deborah Williams
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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For the Pacers, the next step is bringing those improvements from the summer league floor to the NBA court.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Barcelona are open to a mutual termination of his contract, but there has been no progress in those discussions.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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Focus on what’s in your control: your mindset, habits and daily progress.—
Sandra Balogun,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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This is the first time a studio has put tickets for sale this early in advance, but considering Nolan has a loyal army of fans large enough to sack a city, there certainly won’t be any shortage of uptake.—
Benny Har-Even,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The Meyer May House offers free tours on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, although reservations must be made in significantly ahead of time because tours tend to book up more than a month in advance.—
Kylie Martin,
Freep.com,
15 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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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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Chadha and Berges have begun discussing the screenwriting process.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
26 July 2025
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The sheriff’s department announced the route of a procession planned for Friday afternoon to honor the three deputies killed in the explosion.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
18 July 2025
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According to the outlet, the King’s youngest son, Prince Harry, is expected to walk side by side with his brother at the forefront of the processions through the streets of London.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
17 July 2025
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