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In process/In progress
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In process vs. In progress
In process
/ɪn ˈprɑː.ses/
A course of action that is currently happening or underway
Examples:
Synonyms:
ongoing
underway
Antonyms:
complete
finished
In progress
/ɪn ˈprɒɡrɛs/
Currently happening; not finished yet
Examples:
Synonyms:
ongoing
underway
continuing
Antonyms:
completed
finished
done
Ways to tell them apart:
In process
is often used in contexts where steps or procedures need to be followed.
In progress
indicates that something is currently being developed or improved.
If you're unsure, remember: a process has steps; progress is movement forward.
In general situations,
in progress
is used more commonly than
in process
.
Think of
process
like a recipe with specific steps.
When to use in process:
When to use in progress:
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