Example Sentences

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While China has fully reopened its borders since the pandemic, North Korea has proceeded at a much slower pace.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

With Shanahan in his earpiece, however, Jones has proceeded to play exceptionally well.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

Since that order was issued, the administration has proceeded with considerable secrecy.

From Salon • Jun. 26, 2025

Despite safety concerns that were amplified by sabotage of the country’s high-speed rail lines as the games were about to begin and political turmoil in France, the competition has proceeded without incident.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 9, 2024

Moreover, he claimed to feel “no ill-will to Col. Burr, distinct from political opposition, which, as I trust, has proceeded from pure and upright motives.”

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis