advance on

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However, Richemont shares have gained 9% since Feb. 27, part of a 3% advance on the year.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

“I have to budget and do half a tank now, and half a tank later, or ask for an advance on my paycheck just to get gas,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

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

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Severus took advantage of the moment to advance on Rome, where he faced little opposition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

The German army continues its advance on Leningrad.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti