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Example Sentences

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"This is a considerable advance on earlier global assessments," she told BBC News.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

At one point Jonathan asked for an advance on his inheritance, a request Isak felt compelled to accept to maintain their relationship, the judge said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

At one point Jonathan asked for an advance on his inheritance, a request Isak felt compelled to accept to maintain their relationship, the judge’s report said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

A doji candle, which often signals trend reversal, ended the lengthy advance on Feb. 10.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

I decided that to be safe I’d better get the cream puffs—even if it meant asking for an advance on my allowance.

From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt