as in advance
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill
there's been a great improvement in your handwriting—I can actually read it!
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Recent Examples of improvement
Construction is expected to begin in late 2025 or early 2026, with the first phase including road improvements and preparation of the Wawa site.
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Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 13 July 2025
The improvement is driven by the investments made by the bank over the past decade, which are expected to fuel revenue growth ahead of expense growth in years to come, Cassidy said.
—Tipranks.com Staff, CNBC, 13 July 2025
Samsung's latest flip phone, the Galaxy Z Flip 7, just made its debut at the company’s Galaxy Unpacked event with improvements all around.
—PC Magazine, 12 July 2025
What to do: Schedule a strategic call before year’s end and ask specifically about:
—Bonus depreciation eligibility
—Section 179 limits
—Impact on capital improvement planning
—Energy-efficient upgrade credits
Why?
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
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Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 13 July 2025
The improvement is driven by the investments made by the bank over the past decade, which are expected to fuel revenue growth ahead of expense growth in years to come, Cassidy said.
—Tipranks.com Staff, CNBC, 13 July 2025
Samsung's latest flip phone, the Galaxy Z Flip 7, just made its debut at the company’s Galaxy Unpacked event with improvements all around.
—PC Magazine, 12 July 2025
What to do: Schedule a strategic call before year’s end and ask specifically about:
—Bonus depreciation eligibility
—Section 179 limits
—Impact on capital improvement planning
—Energy-efficient upgrade credits
Why?
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for improvement
Noun
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The National Weather Service (NWS) issued timely forecasts and warnings in advance of Friday's catastrophic flooding in central Texas, but long-standing staffing concerns—including unfilled leadership positions—remained a source of unease among weather professionals.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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Reservations to use the all-terrain wheelchairs must be made at least four days in advance through Reserve America.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Create clear pathways for advancement via micro-credentials.—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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With recent advancements in smart home technologies, a rediscovery of traditional craftsmanship, and a rekindling of national pride, Chinese industry leaders said the number of luxury domestic furniture brands is expected to rise in the near term.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Creative breakthroughs are on the horizon, Aquarius.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 July 2025
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However, these breakthroughs come with complex environmental, social and governance (ESG) implications that cannot be overlooked.—
Deepa Nagraj,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The loan types included business loans for the purchase of equipment, land development and residential mortgage loans.—
Sydney Sasser
July 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 July 2025
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The biggest grant payment for Kansas public schools currently on hold is a $15.8 million allocation for professional development training that districts provide teachers and administrators.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 July 2025
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“Improvement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improvement. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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