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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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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
Technological advancements in television meant the tournament was broadcast across continents.
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Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Welcome to Fox News’ Artificial Intelligence newsletter with the latest AI technology advancements.
—Fox News Staff, Fox News, 21 Dec. 2024
Challenges and Future Directions Despite promising advancements, telemedicine still faces numerous challenges.
—Ethan Stone, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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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Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Welcome to Fox News’ Artificial Intelligence newsletter with the latest AI technology advancements.
—Fox News Staff, Fox News, 21 Dec. 2024
Challenges and Future Directions Despite promising advancements, telemedicine still faces numerous challenges.
—Ethan Stone, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancement
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If reports are to be believed, this may not be the last time he'll be seen with the popular promotion.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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In the past, such roles have offered fertile ground for graft, especially bribes for promotions.Nectar Gan, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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This aligns with a growth mindset, which emphasizes focusing on impactful tasks that drive improvement.Anthony A. Luna, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Some carriers, like United Airlines, for example, have made improvements to their travel protocols for passengers with disabilities like launching a new search feature to ensure that wheelchair users will be accommodated.Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024
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With the parade of international officials arriving in Damascus, the new authorities appear to be making rapid progress toward international recognition.Josh Holder, New York Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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The waiver also requires that athletes meet other eligibility requirements, including progress toward a degree.Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Today’s difficulty The difficulty score is an average rating from our testers, who play the game in advance to check for quality and accuracy.Mark Cooper, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Canada's single-payer health plan effectively denies claims for novel prescription drugs in advance—by refusing to cover them at all.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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As partnerships and integrations progress, KPIs should be regularly evaluated to ensure continuous progression.Michael Nicosia, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Pictured above is the quaint downtown of Bloomington, Indiana underneath a progression of the sun and moon into and out of totality.Josh Dinner, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Surely, the government could force insurers to facilitate the process and resolve appeals promptly.John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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Passengers will now have the option to choose their preferred vendor for repairs or replacements, addressing a long-standing concern about airlines controlling the process.Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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The traditional opening is a slow, candlelit procession into the church, cathedral or mission while the singers perform some Gregorian chant.Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 18 Dec. 2024
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After mass ended, the crowd participated in the mile-long procession that showcased over 60 groups from Catholic parishes across Arizona.David Ulloa Jr, The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Advancement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advancement. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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