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Less than 15 minutes later, Trump posted that talks with Iran were proceeding at a “rapid pace.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

In a social media post, Trump said "constructive" talks were proceeding but "both sides must take their time and get it right".

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The rallies were proceeding peacefully and there were no immediate reports of clashes or injuries.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 12, 2023

The Interior Ministry said rescue operations were proceeding.

From Reuters • Aug. 4, 2023

We were proceeding under easy steam, the day was fine and pleasant, and I managed to make out a darkening or smudge upon the horizon in the north-east.

From In the Yellow Sea by Frith, Henry