Definition (noun) a movement forward
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he listened for the progress of the troops
Definition (noun) a change for the better; progress in development
Definition (noun) a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others
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she rejected his advances
Definition (noun) the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)
Definition (noun) an amount paid before it is earned
Definition (noun) increase in price or value
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the news caused a general advance on the stock market
Definition (verb) move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
Definition (verb) bring forward for consideration or acceptance
Definition (verb) increase or raise
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boost the voltage in an electrical circuit
Definition (verb) contribute to the progress or growth of
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I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
Definition (verb) cause to move forward
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Can you move the car seat forward?
Definition (verb) obtain advantages, such as points, etc.
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The home team was gaining ground
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After defeating the Knicks, the Blazers pulled ahead of the Lakers in the battle for the number-one playoff berth in the Western Conference
Definition (verb) develop in a positive way
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He progressed well in school
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My plants are coming along
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Plans are shaping up
Definition (verb) develop further
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We are advancing technology every day
Definition (verb) give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
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John was kicked upstairs when a replacement was hired
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Women tend not to advance in the major law firms
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I got promoted after many years of hard work
Definition (verb) pay in advance
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Can you advance me some money?
Definition (verb) move forward
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we have to advance clocks and watches when we travel eastward
Definition (verb) rise in rate or price
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The stock market gained 24 points today
Definition (adj) being ahead of time or need
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gave advance warning
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was beforehand with her report
Definition (adj) situated ahead or going before
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an advance party
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at that time the most advanced outpost was still east of the Rockies