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as in advanced
being far along in development
progressive forms of animal life
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as in liberal
not bound by traditional ways or beliefs
a socially progressive community, it was the first to provide for the public education of girls
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as in pioneering
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
one of the founders of progressive dance, Isadora Duncan became an inspiration to an array of free-spirited artists
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as in moderate
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Recent Examples of progressive
Mónica Heras, Vogue, 12 May 2025
How could such a dichotomy of an old world connection with the land and some of the most progressive research in Italian grape varieties exist?
—Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 9 May 2025
Fetterman is among the few Democrats in Congress who has openly met with President Donald Trump since the 2024 election, drawing rebukes from progressives in his home state.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
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This is because the decline in estrogen and progesterone production that takes place between 45 and 55 years of age is usually progressive, while early menopause often occurs more abruptly.
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Known as a staunch progressive, the mayor has also been a vocal critic of Trump, calling out the administration following ICE raids in Newark.
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has been investigating collisions involving Tesla's full self-driving (FSD) advanced driver assistance software in reduced roadway visibility conditions since October.—
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Selling and facilitating advanced AI and cloud services to a government engaged in systemic ethnic cleansing is not ‘business is usual’.—
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Republicans have painted their deportation push as a commonsense measure being obstructed by out-of-touch liberal élites siding with bloodthirsty criminals.—
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The ice cream company is known for supporting liberal causes and candidates.—
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The intraparty squabbles between moderates and progressives that have dominated the past decade have given way to different fault lines.—
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Or, if the economy slows, unemployment rises and inflation moderates.—
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His visit is a divergence from the tradition among modern U.S. presidents to visit Mexico or Canada during their first foreign trip, which comes after his administration levied tariffs against the neighboring nations early in his term.—
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The ultimate winners of the show were awarded $100,000, but unlike modern competition series, no record contract was guaranteed.—
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Consider a colleague who presented unconventional ideas in meetings or pursued a less traditional career path.—
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Featured prominently on many critics’ best-of-year lists, the book has captivated readers around the world, sparking a cultural dialogue around female desire, aging and unconventional relationships.—
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The most recent Pope Leo Leo XIII was elected in 1878 and was known as a reformer, a pontiff who emphasized diplomacy, advocated for scientific progress and positioned the church as a defender of human rights.—
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The cardinal electors face a stark choice — select a pope who will follow in the footsteps of Pope Francis, an Argentine reformer who advocated for migrants and the environment, or one who will guide the Catholic Church down a more traditional path.—
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Now, a radical shift is taking place under President Trump.—
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Believing radical change requires violence to overthrow the old order, the two women and their fellow comrades launch an armed attack on wealthy landowners in a stately villa.—
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The latter four entries are all helmed by Cruise's strongest contemporary creative partner, Christopher McQuarrie.—
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But the version of the fountain of youth myth that has the strongest hold on contemporary culture comes not from ancient times, from Egypt, Greece or Rome.—
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“Progressive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/progressive. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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