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as in to lend
to give to another for temporary use with the understanding that it or a like thing will be returned
advanced her some cash with the understanding that the amount would be deducted from her first paycheck
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as in to promote
to help the growth or development of
great thinkers who did much to advance modern science
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as in to progress
to move forward along a course
as the technology advances, electronic devices keep getting smaller and smarter
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as in to elevate
to move higher in rank or position
within six months was advanced to the position of head waiter, to the dismay of the waiters who had been there much longer
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as in to suggest
to set before the mind for consideration
let me explain my reasons for advancing this proposal
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as in progress
forward movement in time or place
during her long convalescence, the housebound woman was barely aware of the advance of the seasons
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as in improvement
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill
under her new teacher, the aspiring violinist has made noticeable advances in her technique in just a few weeks
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as in early
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Recent Examples of advance
Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
By 2019, Neuralink advanced to implanting devices in rats, demonstrating a system capable of reading information via 1,500 electrodes.
—Marie Boran, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
Look up the forecast in advance and be aware of factors like the wind chill, which can make the temperature feel a lot colder than the thermometer may indicate.
—Katia Hetter, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
Nathan Heller, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2024
Today’s groups are... Yellow group — inspired Green group — procure in advance
Blue group — bit of party decoration
Purple group — online personality
What Are Today’s Connections Answers?
Spoiler alert!
—Kris Holt, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
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Each bowler will bowl four games with the total pin fall for both bowlers determining who advances to the finals.
—Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
By 2019, Neuralink advanced to implanting devices in rats, demonstrating a system capable of reading information via 1,500 electrodes.
—Marie Boran, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
Noun
Rides can be scheduled up to one hour before the appointment or a week in advance.
—Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
Look up the forecast in advance and be aware of factors like the wind chill, which can make the temperature feel a lot colder than the thermometer may indicate.
—Katia Hetter, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
Adjective
The look was military, judicial, stabilizing, powerful: an advance vision of the commander in chief.
—Nathan Heller, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2024
Today’s groups are... Yellow group — inspired Green group — procure in advance
Blue group — bit of party decoration
Purple group — online personality
What Are Today’s Connections Answers?
Spoiler alert!
—Kris Holt, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
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The knitted fabric lent the ensemble a cozy, minimalist feel.Julia Teti, WWD, 22 Nov. 2024
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The two 42mm watches feature the same domed sapphire crystal, lending a vintage aesthetic, but most notably adopt the same mesh bracelet from the Bond watch.Jeremy White, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
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After visiting Canada in February with wife Meghan Markle to celebrate one year to go until the 2025 Games, Harry returned solo on Nov. 17 and appeared on the pre-show of the Grey Cup, the Canadian Football League’s championship game, to promote the Games.Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Then there's the support the tech titan has provided both in-person and virtually by attending campaign rallies and using his social media platform X to regularly promote conservative messaging.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 20 Nov. 2024
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Building off this focus on technique, a good strength training program for youth should progress from simple movements to more complex movements and lighter weights to heavier weights, taking into consideration that not all youth will adapt at the same rate.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
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As the season progresses, he is projected to be among the league leaders in sacks by the end of the year.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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Summer House on Music Lane at Hotel Magdalena This Thanksgiving, Summer House on Music Lane is elevating the holiday feast.Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, are elevated across the country, including in Wisconsin, as of early November, confirmed the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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More studies need to be done, however, to suggest that cold water can cure depression.Audrey Noble, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2024
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Juror #2’s plain-faced style suggests that Eastwood is adopting a non-Hollywood forbearance that’s as distinctly American as All Your Faces is French.Armond White, National Review, 22 Nov. 2024
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Had you been approached about rebooting Wizards before?Lacey Rose, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
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Of course, fans approach Ruffalo with other movies on their minds, too.Jack Smart, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Golden Matrix continues to focus on expanding its global reach by obtaining gaming licenses in new markets and enhancing its product offerings through technological advancements.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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But one particular bottleneck that analysts are looking at could have an impact on our rapid advancement in AI infrastructure over the next few quarters.John Werner, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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City leaders are focused on partnering with the Texas Department of Transportation to accomplish design and technology improvements along the RIM 620 corridor.Glen Koen, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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This can be especially true in the home improvement industry, as so much of it is geographically influenced.Cassi Hallam, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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