proceed
verb (used without object)
to move or go forward or onward, especially after stopping.
am proceeding
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present progressiveof proceed (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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I see a lot of promise with Siri AI, but given the fits and starts leading up to this point, I am proceeding with caution.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 9, 2026
But in truth, should I meet with gold or spices in great quantity, I shall remain till I collect as much as possible, and for this purpose I am proceeding solely in quest of them.
From Textbooks ● Jan. 1, 2019
“Right now it doesn’t have the funding necessary to pay them. I have chosen to be personally responsible for this and am proceeding to pay them with my own personal income.”
From Washington Times ● Feb. 11, 2017
He wasn't 100 percent certain he'll have to declare, but said "that's where I am proceeding to get my plate cleaned up."
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 4, 2012
“I am proceeding on my way at the present time to help discover where the dog is.”
From Philo Gubb, Correspondence-School Detective by Rea Irvin
