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as in promotions
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 improvements
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 advances
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 advancements
But healthcare innovation goes beyond scientific and technical advancements.
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Forbes Membership, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Getting to grips with the possibilities of advancements in 5G and other emerging super-fast network capabilities, as well as new generations of processor technology optimized for the delivery of AI and perhaps even quantum computing, will be a key challenge.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
These advancements suggest that, despite current headwinds, Alphabet is well-positioned to remain a leader in the big tech landscape.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Healthcare data and technology advancements are ushering in a new era of innovation in clinical research and care, supply chain resiliency, and a host of operational and performance improvements never before possible.
—Premier Contributor, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
With the rapid advancements driven by AI, investing in this modern approach to leadership has never been more critical.
—Susan Hobson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Despite these advancements, the need for human connection in supplier relationships has become even more critical.
—Koray Köse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This trend reflects the growing integration of AI into daily life, which is also influencing advancements in cybersecurity for smarter, more secure home environments.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The synergy between Meta’s technological advancements and Bulgari’s mastery of design served as a reminder that in both spheres, details matter and innovation reigns supreme.
—Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Forbes Membership, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Getting to grips with the possibilities of advancements in 5G and other emerging super-fast network capabilities, as well as new generations of processor technology optimized for the delivery of AI and perhaps even quantum computing, will be a key challenge.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
These advancements suggest that, despite current headwinds, Alphabet is well-positioned to remain a leader in the big tech landscape.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Healthcare data and technology advancements are ushering in a new era of innovation in clinical research and care, supply chain resiliency, and a host of operational and performance improvements never before possible.
—Premier Contributor, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
With the rapid advancements driven by AI, investing in this modern approach to leadership has never been more critical.
—Susan Hobson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Despite these advancements, the need for human connection in supplier relationships has become even more critical.
—Koray Köse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This trend reflects the growing integration of AI into daily life, which is also influencing advancements in cybersecurity for smarter, more secure home environments.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The synergy between Meta’s technological advancements and Bulgari’s mastery of design served as a reminder that in both spheres, details matter and innovation reigns supreme.
—Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancements
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Executives quickly rolled out value meals and promotions to try to win people back, especially lower-income consumers who’d long been the company’s base.Allison Morrow, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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The company enables hyper-personalization efforts in its mobile app to offer promotions to its customers based on their location, which can change depending on the time of day, commutes and Starbucks locations.Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Healthcare data and technology advancements are ushering in a new era of innovation in clinical research and care, supply chain resiliency, and a host of operational and performance improvements never before possible.Premier Contributor, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Czech Republic is hoping to lure more Hollywood projects to the landlocked country after a series of improvements to its production incentive were greenlit.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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His signature production style — the glistening synth chord progressions that doused early OF releases in a cartoon-like technicolor — arrived subdued beneath a moodier sonic register.Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2024
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Currently, bill progressions have slowed or halted entirely following the conclusion of legislative sessions in most states.Trans Formations Project, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Advancements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advancements. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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