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Term: Proceed

Definition:

Proceed (verb): To continue or begin a course of action or progress; to move forward.

Senses:

1. (Intransitive) To advance or go forward in a specified manner or direction.
2. (Transitive) To carry out or continue a course of action.
3. (Intransitive) To originate or have existence (used with "from" or "out of").
4. (Intransitive) To react or respond in a specified way.

Usages:

Popular:

1. He proceeded to walk down the street without looking back.

2. After thorough investigation, the company decided to proceed with the project.

3. The virus proceeded from the initial infection.

4. When he heard the news, he proceeded to break into tears.

Local:

1. The procession proceeded along the main avenue, accompanied by traditional music.

2. Despite the heavy rain, the wedding ceremony proceeded as planned.

3. The investigation proceeded quietly, with limited information shared with the public.

4. As soon as the traffic cleared, the car proceeded to cross the intersection.

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