Pronunciation: /ədˈvæns/
noun progress or development
A1 I made an advance reservation for the hotel.
A2 The team made great advances in their research.
B1 She asked for an advance on her salary to cover unexpected expenses.
B2 The company made significant advances in technology this year.
C1 The scientist's groundbreaking research represents a significant advance in the field.
C2 The artist's latest work is a bold advance in contemporary art.
verb to move forward or make progress
A1 I advance slowly in my English studies.
A2 She advances her career by taking on new challenges.
B1 The company advanced him to a higher position after his hard work.
B2 In order to advance in the competition, we need to come up with a new marketing strategy.
C1 The scientist advanced our understanding of the universe with his groundbreaking research.
C2 The government is planning to advance legislation to address the issue of climate change.
adjective occurring or done before the usual or expected time
A1 She made an advance booking for the concert tickets.
A2 The advance team arrived at the location to set up for the event.
B1 The advance payment for the project was processed last week.
B2 The advance copy of the report was sent to the client for review.
C1 The advance technology used in the new smartphone is cutting-edge.
C2 His advance knowledge of the subject impressed the professor.
formal The company made an advance payment for the project.
informal I need to make an advance reservation for the concert.
slang I'll advance you the money for the tickets.
figurative She made great advances in her career this year.
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