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as in forwards
toward or at a point lying in advance in space or time
if you keep walking forward, you'll hit that wall
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as in familiar
showing a lack of proper social reserve or modesty
a stranger so forward as to ask what medication he was taking and what it was for
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as in higher
being far along in development
the local citizenry's attitude toward racial equality was very forward for its time
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as in cautious
having or showing awareness of and preparation for the future
she was forward enough to start investing in her retirement fund at the age of 18
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as in to encourage
to help the growth or development of
their foundation will help forward better relations between young people from those warring nations
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Recent Examples of forward
Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Sit facing forward and grab the bar far toward the ends so your grip is wide.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 8 Sep. 2025
New Atlas, 8 Sep. 2025
Even the film’s relentless forward charge — its preference for strict point-making over a more learn at your own pace curriculum — helps to reaffirm its larger argument that schools have been conditioned to process children rather than enrich them.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 7 Sep. 2025
Elias Burke, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Once complete, the case is forwarded to Governor Gavin Newsom, who then has 30 days to approve, reject, or modify the board's recommendation.
—Amanda Castro
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
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Adverb
Fans can look forward to a fourth installment coming sometime next year, after its third season dropped in April.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Sit facing forward and grab the bar far toward the ends so your grip is wide.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Walther will sleep in a forward compartment, and drink water supplied by a Schenker reverse-osmosis water maker.
—New Atlas, 8 Sep. 2025
Even the film’s relentless forward charge — its preference for strict point-making over a more learn at your own pace curriculum — helps to reaffirm its larger argument that schools have been conditioned to process children rather than enrich them.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
At Brentford, Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo became 20-goal forwards by doing just that under Frank, and early indications suggest Johnson is on his way to reaching a similar mark.
—Elias Burke, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Once complete, the case is forwarded to Governor Gavin Newsom, who then has 30 days to approve, reject, or modify the board's recommendation.
—Amanda Castro
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forward
Adverb
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The film soon fast-forwards two years and introduces other recognizable faces — Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, etc.—
Will Harris,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Sep. 2025
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Meat Boy can now move forwards and backwards, plus there’s your perception of depth to contend with when leaping across ledges.—
Joshua Lamb,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In this way, its role as a familiar calendar entity argues profoundly for itself, unsinkable and ever-long.—
Jordan Michelman,
The Atlantic,
4 Sep. 2025
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Now, the Dragons (1-0) will face a familiar foe in Hebron.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Two front pockets create cozy spots for your hands, and the zippered chest pocket offers easy access to small essentials.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Sep. 2025
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Defensive end starter Charlie Collins and backup Phillip Lee led the front-line defensive group with two tackles each, though Lee had a team-high three quarterback hurries.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
5 Sep. 2025
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The duo have been cautious in their classification, allowing for the possibility that a torus of material could be behind the observations.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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But being cautious doesn’t mean ignoring the risks.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In interviews, real estate lawyers said that mortgage lenders are typically well aware of their clients’ other loans and sometimes even encourage the primary-residence language for second homes.—
Robert Faturechi,
ProPublica,
6 Sep. 2025
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Participants are encouraged to bring sleeping bags and food.—
Lauren Costantino
September 6,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Cook had been defiant about continuing onward at the Fed.—
Jane Onyanga-Omara,
USA Today,
27 Aug. 2025
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However, Ankara has now even larger ambitions, like the Development Road project, a major $17-20 billion infrastructure corridor linking Iraq’s Basra Port (on the Persian Gulf) to Turkey’s border and then onward into Europe.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Erica Mosca is a proud first-generation college graduate who is a former teacher, former nonprofit founder and executive director, and small business owner who is the first Filipina to serve in the Nevada State Legislature representing District 14.—
Erica Mosca,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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The academy noted that Greene was proud to have played roles that weren't related to his background.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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While far from a cure, the study points to a new path that combines advanced manufacturing, stem cell science, and regenerative medicine.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Dreamliner is 25% more fuel-efficient than older models due to lighter construction and advanced engines.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forward. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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