strides

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Quantum computing has made strides toward commercial adoption in recent years, and a buzzy initial public offering will test just how confident investors are in the emerging technology.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

“And obviously, he had the night he robbed three home runs. It was a tough play tonight, but at the same time, the strides that he’s made defensively have been great.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Looking forward, Best Buy is making strides to improve sales and should deliver profit growth this year and next.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

A spokesperson says forces "are making strides in tackling the offenders", but the "ultimate goal" is prevention.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The great strides of the pursuers brought them closer, so close that in a fearful backward glance Taran saw one of them, teeth bared in a snarl, reach out to clutch the stirrups of Lluagor.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander