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View definitions for breakthrough

breakthrough

noun as in advance, progress

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This breakthrough reshapes our understanding of the genetic origins of stem cells, offering a new perspective on the evolutionary ties between animals and their ancient single-celled relatives.

And then a breakthrough: the officer identified the suspect through the Police National Computer.

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This was a breakthrough moment for Arteaga, who felt compelled to sign up every summer thereafter.

Researchers have achieved a breakthrough in improving the efficiency of an electrochemical reaction that produces hydrogen peroxide -- a vital chemical for industrial applications such as disinfection, bleaching, and sewage treatment.

The Bruins no longer rank last in the nation in rushing yardage per game after a breakthrough against Iowa.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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