proceed
Americanverb (used without object)
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to move or go forward or onward, especially after stopping.
- Antonyms:
- recede
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to carry on or continue any action or process.
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to go on to do something.
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to continue one's discourse.
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Law.
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to begin and carry on a legal action.
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to take legal action (usually followed byagainst ).
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to be carried on, as an action or process.
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to go or come forth; issue (often followed byfrom ).
- Synonyms:
- emanate
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to arise, originate, or result (usually followed byfrom ).
noun
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proceeds,
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something that results or accrues.
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the total amount derived from a sale or other transaction.
The proceeds from the deal were divided equally among us.
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the profits or returns from a sale, investment, etc.
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Archaic. proceeds.
verb
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(often foll by to) to advance or carry on, esp after stopping
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(often foll by with) to undertake and continue (something or to do something)
he proceeded with his reading
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(often foll by against) to institute or carry on a legal action
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to emerge or originate; arise
evil proceeds from the heart
Related Words
See advance.
Other Word Forms
- proceeder noun
- reproceed verb (used without object)
Etymology
Origin of proceed
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English procede, from Latin prōcēdere; pro- 1, cede
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
They have said that unless the employers act within 14 days, "we will proceed to an indicative ballot for industrial action on Wednesday 4 March 2026".
From BBC
“It’s critical that policymakers proceed with caution before layering new mandates onto an already strained system, which would only deepen market challenges facing consumers,” said Mark Sektnan, vice president, state government relations.
From Los Angeles Times
When noncitizens are convicted of crimes in the U.S., immigration officials routinely sign detainers asking prisons and jails to turn them over to ICE for possible deportation proceedings following their release date.
From Salon
Defending her actions on Wednesday, Bain told MSPs that she had written the memo to inform Swinney about a major development in the case and to remind ministers not to comment on live proceedings.
From BBC
His legal proceedings are far from over, as the appeals process could take months, if not years.
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