| advance |
to make progress or grow. [2/13 definitions] |
| advancement |
the act, process, or result of moving forward; progress. [1/2 definitions] |
| back-step |
an undoing or reversal of progress or an event that effects such. [1/2 definitions] |
| balk |
to block the progress of; hinder; impede. [2/7 definitions] |
| beachhead |
a position that allows for the possibility of further progress. [1/2 definitions] |
| bottleneck |
a stage in a process where progress is retarded or blocked. [1/4 definitions] |
| breeze |
(informal) to progress or accomplish something quickly or with little effort. [1/4 definitions] |
| career |
progress or development of a person through life or some aspect of life. [1/5 definitions] |
| complacent |
contented with oneself or one's situation to a degree that prevents self-criticism, further progress, or appropriate response to signals of danger or risk. [1/2 definitions] |
| cul-de-sac |
a condition in which further progress is impossible. [1/2 definitions] |
| deadlock |
a standstill or stoppage of progress on either side between equally strong or determined adversaries. [1/2 definitions] |
| deadwood |
unproductive persons or burdensome things that hinder the smooth function or progress of an enterprise. [1/2 definitions] |
| delay |
to hinder or impede the progress of. [1/7 definitions] |
| distance |
a measure of progress. [1/7 definitions] |
| encumber |
to hinder the normal progress, performance, or use of. [1/2 definitions] |
| expedite |
to send off, facilitate the progress of, or accomplish with speed and efficiency. [1/2 definitions] |
| facilitate |
to make less difficult; help in progress. |
| foothold |
a secure position that provides a base for further progress or advancement. [1/2 definitions] |
| forge2 |
to make an increase in progress or speed. [1/2 definitions] |
| further |
to advance or help make progress. [1/6 definitions] |
| get to first base |
(informal) to make initial progress or have some initial success. |