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
Even our most forward-looking industries, including tech and clean energy innovation, depend on a reliable water supply.
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Claire Marks, Austin American Statesman, 31 July 2025
The 1-cent tax increase would be permanent, so the language is forward-looking to account for future shifts in transportation strategies.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2025
Accelerating progress will require agile, forward-looking policies that enable rapid deployment while upholding the highest standards of reliability and safety.
—George Sakellaris, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
The tone of the first three days was markedly forward-looking, with speakers and stallholders focusing on AI, sustainability, smart textiles, and functional fabrics as the way ahead.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 25 July 2025
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Claire Marks, Austin American Statesman, 31 July 2025
The 1-cent tax increase would be permanent, so the language is forward-looking to account for future shifts in transportation strategies.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2025
Accelerating progress will require agile, forward-looking policies that enable rapid deployment while upholding the highest standards of reliability and safety.
—George Sakellaris, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
The tone of the first three days was markedly forward-looking, with speakers and stallholders focusing on AI, sustainability, smart textiles, and functional fabrics as the way ahead.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 25 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for forward-looking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forward-looking
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Be cautious when corresponding with unfamiliar accounts.—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Rules were unclear, most people didn't understand the technology, and money flowing into the space was cautious.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Bright Outlook Defies Expert Predictions In their respective interviews, both Woods and Wirth were careful to point out that their partnering with each other in Guyana is nothing unique or even unusual.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Be careful to navigate around these components and move slowly when cutting anything with a mix of hard and soft textures, Rade Vukmir, MD, professor of clinical emergency medicine at Drexel University College of Medicine, tells SELF.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
5 Aug. 2025
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Experts say the growing intensity and reach of wildfires demand a more proactive public health response, including community air filtration programs and better emergency planning for hospitals.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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By enabling proactive intervention and preserving the integrity of gameplay, these innovations can unlock new frontiers for engagement.—
Anees Ali Khan,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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No matter what compromises Lucas and our farsighted mayor at the time, Rahm Emanuel, offered, there was no compromise from this group.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
31 July 2025
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Eastwood’s farsighted plan also involved advancing his acting career.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
23 July 2025
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Enter Three Planes, a stunning modern equestrian estate by visionary designer Jae Omar and developer H2 Development, now hitting the market for just under $17 million with Veronika Khomyn at The Agency.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
4 Aug. 2025
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The roster of events aims to honor the pioneering collectible design galleries and visionary designers who have shaped Design Miami’s evolution, while also looking ahead to the future and far-reaching impact of design.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
23 June 2025
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“Forward-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forward-looking. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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