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1. [subj: human or collect]

⇒ to approach s.o. (repeatedly) showing that one is well-disposed toward him (usu. in order to secure his support in sth. or to interest him in sth. - some deal, a job etc):

- X делает Y-y авансы{{}}≈ X makes advances toward (to) Y;

- X makes overtures to Y.

     ♦ Вы говорите, что эта фирма делает вам авансы? Учтите, у них очень плохая репутация. You say that firm is making overtures to you? Bear in mind that they have a very bad reputation.

2. [subj: human, female]

⇒ to encourage a man (through coquettish behavior) to flirt with or court one:

- X делает Y-y авансы{{}}≈ X makes a play for Y;

- X makes a move on Y;

- X casts coquettish glances Y's way.