- present tense form of progress (3rd person singular).
progresses
Example Sentences
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As the eclipse progresses, the Moon will sink lower towards the horizon, so a location with an unobstructed view to the south-west will offer the best chance of seeing the event.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
A look at options action shows some investors are already starting to hedge for the possibility of increased uncertainty as June progresses.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026
As the series progresses, however, people begin popping through portals with a “next stop” commuter-like regularity.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
As the disease progresses, many patients eventually need dialysis to survive.
From Science Daily • May 8, 2026
Oxidation progresses in a cycle like a turning wheel.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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