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ESLPod_0932_WE_1539 Rebuilding Consumer Trust In this podcast, the phrase "in advance" means with anticipation, ahead of time, before the deadline, or before something happens: "If you can call us a few hours in advance, we'll make sure to have your room ready before you arrive." When talking about money, an "advance" is money that is paid before it is due, especially as a loan: "Does your employer ever offer an advance to help people pay unexpected bills, like medical expenses?" The phrase "to make advances" means to try to start a sexual relationship with someone, especially when it is unwanted by the other person: "Is Sheila really flattered when men make sexual advances toward her at the bar?" Finally, an "advance" can be used to talk about progress and innovation: "What was the greatest technological advance of the 20th century?"

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ESLPod 932 in advance Business

Id	ESLPod_0932_WE_1539
Episode Id	ESLPod 932
Episode Title	Rebuilding Consumer Trust
Phrase	in advance
Text	In this podcast, the phrase "in advance" means with anticipation, ahead of time, before the deadline, or before something happens: "If you can call us a few hours in advance, we'll make sure to have your room ready before you arrive." When talking about money, an "advance" is money that is paid before it is due, especially as a loan: "Does your employer ever offer an advance to help people pay unexpected bills, like medical expenses?" The phrase "to make advances" means to try to start a sexual relationship with someone, especially when it is unwanted by the other person: "Is Sheila really flattered when men make sexual advances toward her at the bar?" Finally, an "advance" can be used to talk about progress and innovation: "What was the greatest technological advance of the 20th century?"
Topics	Business

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