To proceed
Example: The process proceeds according to the planned steps
Definition
"To proceed" means to begin or continue an action or process, especially after a pause or interruption. It involves moving forward in a sequence of events or steps, often following a set plan or instruction, as in 'The process proceeds according to the planned steps.'
Etymology
The verb "to proceed" comes from the Latin word 'procedere,' which is composed of 'pro-' meaning 'forward' and 'cedere' meaning 'to go.' Did you know? The word originally conveyed the idea of moving forward or advancing, which perfectly fits its modern meaning.
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"To proceed" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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