To make progress in
Example: They make progress in their work
Definition
"To make progress in" means to move forward or advance in a particular activity, task, or field, showing improvement or development over time. For example, when someone says, 'They make progress in their work,' it implies they are successfully advancing in their job or project.
Etymology
The phrase "to make progress in" combines the verb "make," meaning to create or cause, with the noun "progress," which comes from the Latin 'progressus,' meaning 'a going forward.' The phrase has been used in English since the late Middle Ages to describe advancement or improvement in various endeavors.
