was advancing
- past progressive of advance.
Example Sentences
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Outside the courtroom, Musk was advancing on other fronts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 16, 2026
I was advancing my career, paying my school loans, and planning the family I’d always hoped for.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 9, 2026
The surprise escalation of the simmering trade dispute, which investors had hoped was advancing toward a deal following a series of bilateral meetings in Europe, has caught markets largely off guard.
From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2025
Grass was advancing across the slides and toys in the overgrown front garden.
From BBC ● May 28, 2024
The season was advancing, my favorite time of year, and the stream was high.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
