advance - tr. 1. To cause to move forward: advance a chess piece. 2. To put forward; propose or suggest: advanced a novel theory during the seminar. 3. To aid the growth or progress of: advanced the cause of freedom. 4. To raise in rank; promote. 5. To cause to occur sooner: advance a deadline by one week. 6. To raise in amount or rate; increase. 7. To pay (money or interest) before due.
American Heritage Dictionary, 4th Edition.
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