promotions

noun

plural of promotion
as in advancements
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position after 10 years at the company he was rewarded with a promotion to vice president

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Recent Examples of promotions However, there was not enough evidence to draw clear conclusions on whether free drug samples and other promotions affect decisions to place specific drugs on hospital formularies. — Ed Silverman, STAT, 9 Oct. 2026 For generations, the series showed, white men had dominated the department, while Black and women firefighters had been ostracized and put in danger, shut out of the most desirable fire stations and passed over for promotions. — Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026 Seven in 10 employees say promotions go to those who best deserve them, nearly twice the proportion at a typical European workplace. — Ted Kitterman, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026 Its reach also extends across consumer products, gaming, promotions and live experiences. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026 All are offering exclusive promotions this week that rival other markdowns. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2026 On a call with analysts, CEO Michelle Gass said that money is going toward marketing and promotions during the holiday season. — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026 French animation studio Xilam, known for shows such as Oggy and the Cockroaches and Submarine Jim as well as recent feature Lucy Lost, has announced a new leadership structure and wave of senior promotions. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026 That means he's banned from casinos, mobile sports betting and other types of betting online, along with being blocked from any direct marketing from betting operators, like email blasts pushing offers and promotions. — Bobby Allyn, NPR, 2 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promotions
  1. advancements
  2. ascents
  3. upgrades
  4. rises
  5. creations
Noun
  • Now, though, rapid advancements in PS5 emulators and other tools are making recent PlayStation titles increasingly playable on generic PCs.
    — Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 1 Oct. 2026
  • And politicians began debating whether legislation is needed to rein in an industry that is racing against China and expected to drive enormous profits and technological advancements.
    — Brittany Shammas, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of advancements
Noun
  • The route has seen barefoot ascents, no-hands ascents, and, the clearest indicator of its difficulty, an ascent by a climber wearing roller skates.
    — Brian Laidlaw, Longreads, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Visit Greece recommends June through October as the most accessible period for climbing; winter ascents require specialized experience and equipment.
    — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of ascents
Noun
  • In addition to these liquid upgrades, Jefferson’s also refreshed its packaging, something that other brands like Bardstown Bourbon Company have done over the past year or so.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Dundon is trying to get public support for $600 million in upgrades for the Trail Blazers’ Moda Center.
    — Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of upgrades
Noun
  • If the ocean temperature rises, the potential intensity of a hurricane increases, too.
    — Chanh Kieu, Washington Post, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The bank expects the value of Chinese biotech outlicensing deals to surpass $250 billion in 2026, as overseas demand for its drug assets rises.
    — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of rises
Noun
  • His own label is known for its upbeat creations like the Kandinsky-esque Mobile chandelier that comes together in an abstract punctuation of pin-thin rods.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
  • True pasta lovers can choose the five-course pasta tasting menu for two, which shows off some of these creations.
    — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of creations

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“Promotions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promotions. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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