1. past tense of proceed; to continue with a course of action
2. past tense of proceed; to move forward or onward
3. past tense of proceed; to begin or continue a legal action
Usage: legal

Examples

• The meeting proceeded as planned despite the technical difficulties.
• She proceeded to explain the new policy to her team.
• The car proceeded slowly through the construction zone.
• After getting permission, they proceeded with the renovation.
• The lawyer proceeded with the lawsuit against the company.
• He proceeded down the hallway toward the exit.
• The ceremony proceeded without interruption.