Synonym: move forward, proceed, progress, promote. Antonym: retreat. Similar words: advanced, in advance, in advance of, advantage, take advantage of, grievance, cancel, dance. Meaning: [əd'vɑːns] 
n. 1. a movement forward 2. a change for the better; progress in development 3. a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others 4. the act of moving forward toward a goal 5. an amount paid before it is earned 6. increase in price or value. v. 1. move forward, also in the metaphorical sense 2. bring forward for consideration or acceptance 3. increase or raise 4. contribute to the progress or growth of 5. cause to move forward 6. obtain advantages, such as points, etc. 7. develop in a positive way 8. develop further 9. give a promotion to or assign to a higher position 10. pay in advance 11. move forward 12. rise in rate or price. adj. 1. being ahead of time or need 2. situated ahead or going before.
n. 1. a movement forward 2. a change for the better; progress in development 3. a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others 4. the act of moving forward toward a goal 5. an amount paid before it is earned 6. increase in price or value. v. 1. move forward, also in the metaphorical sense 2. bring forward for consideration or acceptance 3. increase or raise 4. contribute to the progress or growth of 5. cause to move forward 6. obtain advantages, such as points, etc. 7. develop in a positive way 8. develop further 9. give a promotion to or assign to a higher position 10. pay in advance 11. move forward 12. rise in rate or price. adj. 1. being ahead of time or need 2. situated ahead or going before. 
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151. The medical profession's eagerness for scientific advance had impaled it on the horns of a dilemma, forcing an unnatural choice between science and morality.
152. If you're going to come, please let me know in advance.
153. People were evacuated from the coastal regions in advance of the hurricane.
154. You could have spared yourself an unnecessary trip by phoning in advance.
155. Use the coupon below to reserve advance tickets for the exhibition.
156. This treatment represents a significant advance in the field of cancer research.
157. It is a good idea to place your order well in advance.
158. Could you distribute copies well in advance of the meeting?
159. We took the trouble to plan our route in advance.
160. Visitors can book a time slot a week or more in advance.
161. Plan your route in advance, using main roads as far as possible.
162. There are few places on the course, so it is essential to book in advance.
163. I had asked everyone to submit questions in advance of the meeting.
164. The westward advance of the road repairs is being held up by protesters.
165. Their aircraft were in advance of those used by the US.
166. He asked his employer to advance him a month's salary.
167. The bank will give you an advance of 95% of the purchase price.
168. The strength and success of the German advance had surprised everybody.
169. Krebs decided to ask for an advance on his salary.
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170. In natural history the careful observer and recorder was very important in the advance of the science.
171. We ask for one month's rent in advance, plus a deposit of $500.
172. We shall follow closely the latest advance of the subject in the world.
173. You will need to plan your shopping carefully in advance.
174. The subject of the talk is announced a week in advance.
175. Generally, warm colours advance in painting and cold colours recede.
176. When you're on the mailing list, you'll receive advance notice of upcoming events.
177. Prepare food in advance to ensure you don't miss out on the fun!
178. You have to fix visits up in advance with the museum.
179. The company required clients to pay substantial fees in advance.
180. Tickets may be purchased in advance from the box office.
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