- present participle of advance.
Example Sentences
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Australian miners Viridis and Meteoric are advancing neighboring deposits in Poços de Caldas, while Canada’s Aclara is developing a project in Goiás state.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Beyond advancing basic neuroscience, the research may eventually contribute to better treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
Only the top two finishers are assured of advancing to the knockout stages, so a quality team will be left behind.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Before long, he noticed The Imperium - Pandemic Horde's long-time enemy - rapidly advancing towards his alliance's home.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Marching through the forest like an advancing army.
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
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