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proceed

[pruh-seed, proh-seed] / prəˈsid, ˈproʊ sid /




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It has argued the same managerial-employee and bargaining-unit arguments in its appeal, filed June 1, following the March 2026 regional labor board decision that allowed the election to proceed.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 3, 2026

A county judge has even complained that Paxton’s office is not responding in a timely manner to queries about how the state wishes to proceed in court, now that multiple hemp businesses have filed lawsuits.

From Slate Sep. 2, 2026

For the FHA, it can be considerably less expensive than allowing a seriously delinquent loan to proceed to foreclosure and paying a full insurance claim.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

When the mission is cleared to proceed, Crew-13 will travel aboard SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft, which is designed to carry astronauts to and from orbit.

From Science Daily Sep. 1, 2026

If not, they proceed to the next house.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank

“This is us taking that $2.2 billion of proceeds from the IPO and turning it into rapid commercial growth, which is the whole point,” said Tim Latimer, Fervo’s chief executive and co-founder.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

If they decline, the current service members who sued will remain protected from discharge while their challenge proceeds.

From Slate Sep. 1, 2026

Shein, known for its ultra-low prices and rapidly produced clothes, said proceeds from the sale would be used to finance its technological capabilities and boost its international presence.

From Barron's Sep. 1, 2026

The “drop dead” and “u + me = <3” singer, 23, said all proceeds from the one-day fest will go to charities benefiting women and girls.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 28, 2026

Tickets were fifteen dollars each, with the proceeds going to cover the rental of the space for two hours on a Wednesday night.

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon

She did say the sale was not conducted through a formal bidding process, but proceeded through face-to-face discussions between Kroenke and Moreno.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2026

Circuit narrowed Reyes’ ruling in June, but the unusual split reflected a disagreement over who should remain protected while the case proceeded, rather than a retreat from the constitutional concerns surrounding the policy.

From Slate Sep. 1, 2026

Djokovic proceeded to win four of the following five Grand Slams, doubling his tally of majors with 12 across the next six years.

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

Infantino, the organization’s 56-year-old president, proceeded to trumpet how successful his North American World Cup had been.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

Once their small suitcases were collected from the luggage carousel, they proceeded through customs, had their luggage inspected, and then finally exited the wide double doors.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai

Everton's move for Folarin Balogun collapsed after the player decided against proceeding with a transfer.

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

State media later said the risk from that lake was "decreasing" and rescue operations were proceeding "in an orderly manner".

From Barron's Aug. 28, 2026

The lawsuit seeks emergency relief to stop the agency’s early renewal proceeding and any resulting threat against ABC’s station licenses.

From Salon Aug. 20, 2026

Companies are waiting for transport solutions from governments, with Swtizerland proceeding only slowly, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 19, 2026

“Such fun! Only see! A regular note of invitation from Mrs. Gardiner for tomorrow night!” cried Meg, waving the precious paper and then proceeding to read it with girlish delight.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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