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advance

[ad-vans, -vahns] / ædˈvæns, -ˈvɑns /












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Data centers has been met with opposition from local communities following increases in consumer utility bills that have left many residents feeling powerless over AI’s advance.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 8, 2026

International-stock funds posted a minus 1.6% return for the month, to trim their year-to-date advance to 8.3%.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 8, 2026

He added that when our reporter proposed putting his business into someone else's name, Yousaf had told him in writing he could not advance an untruthful or dishonest case and did not act for him.

From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026

The researchers hope their work will not only advance treatment possibilities but also bring greater attention to a condition that remains largely unknown to the public.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2026

At my reaction the monkeys grew more agitated and called to each other, watching it advance.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

After two decades of gradual rehabilitation and veterinary care advances, the rescued turtle has been released back into the ocean.

From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026

Now, scientists have confirmed that a third type exists, revealing a previously unrecognized form of magnetic behavior that could lead to major advances in computing and electronics.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026

Researchers believe this combination could lead to major advances in cancer treatment during the 21st century.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026

For the M23 rebels, his involvement brings the experience and networks of a former head of state to a movement whose military advances have yet to translate into broad national legitimacy.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

In the years following Henrietta’s death, using some of the first tubes of her cells, researchers around the world made several important scientific advances in quick succession.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot

To ensure sustainable operations, "our data centre facilities must deploy a combination of advanced engineering, efficient architectural designs, and renewable energy sourcing," it said.

From Barron's ● Nov. 8, 2026

Import growth likely accelerated to 69.2% from 51.7%, reflecting strong demand for semiconductor equipment, components and advanced materials, ING says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026

The discovery could open the door to advanced glasses with capabilities that were previously difficult or impossible to achieve.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 5, 2026

“Everyone loves big industrial projects in the U.S., and I think it’s hugely bipartisan that we need to have advanced semiconductor manufacturing on U.S. soils,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026

The old woman advanced through the field, hands up and strumming the threads of magic in the air.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack

One more point from their remaining two matches will secure a place in the two-legged quarter-finals in March, with the winners of those ties advancing to the Nations League Finals in June.

From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026

Moderna, best known for advancing mRNA technology, raised its revenue outlook for the year, saying it now expects revenue to grow as much as 25% in 2026.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 6, 2026

And in two other districts, Black women Democratic candidates are maintaining narrow leads and advancing to runoff elections next month.

From Slate ● Nov. 5, 2026

"North Korea's belief that independently advancing its nuclear arsenal, regardless of changes in US administrations or political parties, was the right and strategically sound decision will be further reinforced," Lim said.

From Barron's ● Nov. 5, 2026

Hearing a cautious step behind me, I glanced over my shoulder: one of the strangers—a gentleman, evidently—was advancing up the chancel.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë


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