advance

noun

1
the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)
2
increase in price or value
the news caused a general advance on the stock market
3
a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others
she rejected his advances
4
a change for the better; progress in development
5
a movement forward
he listened for the progress of the troops
6
an amount paid before it is earned

1
rise in rate or price
The stock market gained 24 points today
2
develop in a positive way
He progressed well in school
My plants are coming along
3
increase or raise
boost the voltage in an electrical circuit
4
develop further
We are advancing technology every day
5
bring forward for consideration or acceptance
advance an argument
6
obtain advantages, such as points, etc.
The home team was gaining ground
After defeating the Knicks, the Blazers pulled ahead of the Lakers in the battle for the number-one playoff berth in the Western Conference

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