as in cautious
having or showing awareness of and preparation for the future
a forward-looking business plan designed to take full advantage of emerging technologies
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Recent Examples of forward-looking
The forward-looking elements of the confidence index are already well below the level that typically signals a looming recession.
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Scott Horsley, NPR, 30 Apr. 2025
That’s why consumer sentiment has plunged near an all-time low, and companies across virtually all industries are sounding the alarm bell on tariffs, pulling their forward-looking profit and sales guidance because consumers are reining in their spending.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
For business leaders, the glacier underscores the need for forward-looking resilience strategies that go beyond compliance or public relations.
—Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
When Tesla kicks off tech earnings on Tuesday, followed by Alphabet on Thursday, executive teams will likely face forward-looking questions that may be difficult to answer.
—Ari Levy, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2025
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Scott Horsley, NPR, 30 Apr. 2025
That’s why consumer sentiment has plunged near an all-time low, and companies across virtually all industries are sounding the alarm bell on tariffs, pulling their forward-looking profit and sales guidance because consumers are reining in their spending.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
For business leaders, the glacier underscores the need for forward-looking resilience strategies that go beyond compliance or public relations.
—Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
When Tesla kicks off tech earnings on Tuesday, followed by Alphabet on Thursday, executive teams will likely face forward-looking questions that may be difficult to answer.
—Ari Levy, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forward-looking
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So for a couple of reasons, the Red Sox are playing it cautious with Anthony, even with the latest foot injury, undoubtedly to the frustration of most of their fan base.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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While public support for cannabis legalization has grown, recent events indicate a more cautious approach.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
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This careful search led Phan's team to a single object, a tiny dot in the infrared data.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
1 May 2025
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Her empathetic approach and careful unfolding of Dean’s story — particularly the bond between mother and son — reflect the very best of British documentary filmmaking.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2025
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For example, have your team offer tips on routine care such as hygiene routines, and recommend proactive measures such as regular wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care and weight management.—
Mita Malhotra,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Dustin Brewer, senior director of proactive cybersecurity services at BlueVoyant, says the best advice for recipients of unwanted texts is to ignore the messages.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2025
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Brazil’s post-dictatorship experience also suggests that democratic threats can be effectively managed with farsighted political reforms intended to protect democracy.—
Omar G. Encarnación,
Foreign Affairs,
16 Jan. 2025
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The most farsighted companies understand that downturns are not permanent.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Through her visionary leadership at Morgan Murphy Media and her tireless work with NAB, Liz left an indelible mark on broadcasting that will endure for generations.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2025
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Hollywood veterans as both producers and former co-chiefs of the film division at MGM, DeLuca and Abdy are renowned for their deep relationships with visionary moviemakers and long connection to prestige moviedom.—
Chris Lee,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Forward-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forward-looking. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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