forward-looking

adjective

ˈfȯr-wərd-ˌlu̇-kiŋ How to pronounce forward-looking (audio)
Definition of forward-lookingnext
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 Because the report offers forward-looking commentary from industry sources, it’s referred to as a leading indicator. — Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 28 June 2026 The move comes as a range of entertainment stakeholders push more aggressively into experiential offerings, meeting demonstrated demand from consumers willing to spend on more forward-looking fare. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 24 June 2026 Designed as an immersive experience rather than a traditional retrospective, the exhibition highlights Marimekko’s forward-looking approach to the art of printmaking. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 22 June 2026 The next step, the authors wrote, is to test the approach in larger forward-looking studies across multiple medical centers. — Dr. Joshua Anthony, ABC News, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for forward-looking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forward-looking
  1. cautious
  2. careful
  3. proactive
  4. prescient
  5. farsighted
  6. visionary
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  • Teams are generally more cautious about cooling the legs, however, because cold applied directly to working muscles immediately before a match can temporarily blunt explosive actions such as sprinting.
    — Alan McCall, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Legal experts said the slow pace reflects a cautious approach by Graf and the large volume of evidence.
    — Hannah Schoenbaum, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026
Definition of cautious
Adjective
  • When an accident brings the enigmatic Gaia into their lives, unexpected desires begin to take shape, unsettling the careful balance that has long defined their relationship.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 9 July 2026
  • Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of careful
Adjective
  • This systematic approach, including proactive diaspora talent identification and a uniform coaching philosophy across all age groups, has yielded consistent results, including a U20 World Cup win.
    — Chris Evans, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • There are other proactive treatments and surgeries that can significantly reduce risk, Bojko said, urging women to ask their doctor about options that that would be appropriate given their fertility goals and overall health.
    — Yonathan Daniel, ABC News, 8 July 2026
Definition of proactive
Adjective
  • To be able to present this podcast on my brother's birthday and right before my father's birthday feels very prescient.
    — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • Its satirical video, depicting politicians descending into an all-out fistfight, proved especially prescient during the fevered atmosphere of the 2016 election cycle.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 17 June 2026
Definition of prescient
Adjective
  • Private markets chronically undersave, leaving future generations with less capital than a farsighted society would choose to bequeath.
    — James Broughel, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • In another farsighted plot point, Verne has his characters attempt a course-correction burn using firework-like rockets.
    — Neil Oseman, Space.com, 14 June 2026
Definition of farsighted
Adjective
  • New film Objet a revolves around Ingeborg and Adam, visionary hand surgeons bound by love, control and irresistible fixations.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 9 July 2026
  • Cody Bjugan is a top American land development educator, visionary entrepreneur and founder of Allied Development & VestRight.
    — Cody Bjugan, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of visionary

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“Forward-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forward-looking. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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