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as in advances
forward movement in time or place
we're making slow progress against this stiff headwind
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as in evolutions
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 grows
to become mature
generally a species progresses from simple forms to more specialized forms
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as in does
to move forward along a course
our wedding plans are progressing nicely
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Recent Examples of progresses
Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
As the movie progresses, Pansy, constantly at her wits’ end, fights with shop clerks, a dentist, her long-suffering husband and son, her sister.
—Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
Jennifer Garner and John Miller are going strong as the holiday season progresses.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
Tempo in this context refers to how quickly a disease progresses in an infected person.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024
Nicks has wet macular degeneration, which is far more rare and serious and often progresses more quickly.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
Hemsworth in particular sounds more and more like the original voice of Optimus Prime, Peter Cullen, as the film progresses.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
As the player progresses through each season, Neva grows from cub to adult wolf, which changes the pair’s dynamic, and their emotional bond matures.
—Richard Newby, TIME, 5 Dec. 2024
What’s more, as the century progresses and both air and water warm and evaporation-blocking ice melts, there may be more precipitation altogether.
—Rebecca Coffey, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Verb
All parties, including the FIA, will continue to work together to ensure the process progresses smoothly.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
As the movie progresses, Pansy, constantly at her wits’ end, fights with shop clerks, a dentist, her long-suffering husband and son, her sister.
—Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
Jennifer Garner and John Miller are going strong as the holiday season progresses.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
Tempo in this context refers to how quickly a disease progresses in an infected person.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024
Nicks has wet macular degeneration, which is far more rare and serious and often progresses more quickly.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
Hemsworth in particular sounds more and more like the original voice of Optimus Prime, Peter Cullen, as the film progresses.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
As the player progresses through each season, Neva grows from cub to adult wolf, which changes the pair’s dynamic, and their emotional bond matures.
—Richard Newby, TIME, 5 Dec. 2024
What’s more, as the century progresses and both air and water warm and evaporation-blocking ice melts, there may be more precipitation altogether.
—Rebecca Coffey, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for progresses
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However, there is a fundamental challenge in quantum computing space as an increasing number of errors arise as the system grows in complexity with a higher number of qubits.Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Clear skies are essential for best viewing, so keep an eye on the forecast as the meteor shower's peak grows near.Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 11 Dec. 2024
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First things first - Gimenez does a couple of things very well.Tony Blengino, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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But the manifesto does rail against health care insurance companies that put profits ahead of people, with United mentioned specifically.Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Among the more interesting retail developments is the rise of Belmont Park Village, a 340,000-square-foot, high-end outlet shopping complex.David Moin, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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Next-Generation Infrastructure – Faster Networks, Smarter Hardware IT operations will continue to be redefined thanks to new developments and breakthroughs in network, data storage and processor technology.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Legendary develops, produces, markets, and finances major films for global audiences, while also maintaining leading television, comic book, video game, licensing, and merchandising divisions.Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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Burnout is a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion that develops from prolonged periods of excessive stress and overwork.Tracy Lawrence, Forbes, 10 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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Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Facing the ethical dilemma of working in a system defined by propaganda and violence, a brave teacher goes undercover to film what’s really happening in his own school.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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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
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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
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In business and professional growth alike, sustained success rarely comes without a meaningful investment.Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Once your organization has success under its belt, prepare yourself for what comes next.Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Progresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progresses. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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