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proceed

[pruh-seed, proh-seed] / prəˈsid, ˈproʊ sid /




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"National security is not a blank cheque to proceed with otherwise unlawful activity," he wrote.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

But a sympathetic female doctor encouraged her to proceed with the pregnancy, and Iryna gave birth to a healthy girl, Katya.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

He offered to rebuild historic elements but hasn’t yet received permission to proceed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

However, more than 30 states, including California, decided to proceed with the trial.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

“Meet you Gregor and Boots the Overlanders, brother and sister, who have most recently fallen among us. Please bathe them and then proceed to the High Hall.”

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins




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