Todays word: advance

verb [I or T]
to go or move something forward, or to develop or improve something:
The fire advanced steadily through the forest.
The troops advanced on the city (= approached it, ready to attack).
We have advanced greatly in our knowledge of the universe.
Her study has considerably advanced (= helped) the cause of equal rights.
[+ two objects] Could you advance me £50 (= pay it to me before the regular time) until Tuesday?
He's just trying to advance (= improve) his own career.