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advance

[ədˈvæns]

advance Definition

  • 1move forward, typically in a purposeful way
  • 2an approach made to someone with the aim of initiating a sexual or romantic relationship
  • 3an amount of money paid before it is due or for work not yet done

Using advance: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "advance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The army advanced towards the enemy's position.

  • Example

    She advanced her career by taking on more responsibilities.

  • Example

    He made an advance towards her, but she rejected him.

  • Example

    The author received an advance for his new book.

  • Example

    I need to pay back the advance I received for the project.

advance Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using advance

  • to express interest in a sexual or romantic way

    Example

    He kept making advances towards her, even though she wasn't interested.

  • a group of soldiers or people who go ahead of the main force

    Example

    The advance guard scouted ahead to make sure the path was clear.

  • a notification given ahead of time to prepare for something

    Example

    We need to give our employees advance notice of any changes to their schedule.

Phrases with advance

  • before a particular event or time

    Example

    Please let me know in advance if you can't make it to the meeting.

  • advance warning

    a notification given ahead of time to prepare for something

    Example

    The weather service issued an advance warning of the approaching storm.

  • a copy of a publication or recording that is released before the official release date

    Example

    The reviewer received an advance copy of the album before its release.

Origins of advance

from Old French 'avancier', from 'avant' meaning 'before'

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Summary: advance in Brief

The verb 'advance' [ədˈvæns] means to move forward in a purposeful way, as in 'The army advanced towards the enemy's position.' It can also refer to improving or developing something, as in 'She advanced her career by taking on more responsibilities.' As a noun, 'advance' refers to an approach made to someone with the aim of initiating a sexual or romantic relationship, or an amount of money paid before it is due or for work not yet done. Phrases like 'in advance' and 'advance warning' denote preparation or notification ahead of time.

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