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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
Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
The next move is filling that space with habits that actually drive you forward.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2025
The Panthers’ top three forward lines when the team is fully healthy (read: When star winger Matthew Tkachuk returns from his injury sustained during the 4 Nations Face-Off) appear to be set.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2025
Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2025
According to the sources, LaHood instead forwarded the names of two other former assistant U.S. attorneys, Jeffrey Cramer and Mark Schneider, as well as Brendan O’Leary, an ex-Cook County prosecutor and FBI special agent who headed the public corruption squad in Chicago.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
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Adverb
Harden took exception to the foul and pushed Braun, then Jokic came over and pushed Harden followed by Gordon pushing Harden, who then pushed the Nuggets forward back.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
The next move is filling that space with habits that actually drive you forward.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
These armrests are engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility and comfort, allowing 6 cm (2.4 in) height adjustment, 5 cm (2 in) multi-dimensional forward and backward movements, and complete 360-degree rotation.
—New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2025
The Panthers’ top three forward lines when the team is fully healthy (read: When star winger Matthew Tkachuk returns from his injury sustained during the 4 Nations Face-Off) appear to be set.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2025
Verb
But the logistics and freight forwarding company said that hasn’t moved ocean rates higher.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2025
According to the sources, LaHood instead forwarded the names of two other former assistant U.S. attorneys, Jeffrey Cramer and Mark Schneider, as well as Brendan O’Leary, an ex-Cook County prosecutor and FBI special agent who headed the public corruption squad in Chicago.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forward
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Players such as Tuch, who emerged as one of the best two-way forwards in the NHL this season, and Zucker, a reliable veteran who gets to the front of the net and plays a no-nonsense game, are vital pieces to a winning team.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The exclusive quartet includes defenseman Jon Merrill and forwards Matt Boldy, Marco Rossi and Freddy Gaudreau.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
18 Apr. 2025
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Kaye’s version, if the full title isn’t clear enough, has a familiar outline: First-gen immigrants become parents in the West, hoping their sacrifices will be rewarded with a doctor or lawyer child; child goes another way; conflict ensues.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
25 Apr. 2025
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In so doing, Francis' steps did not always follow familiar paths.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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The same year, Pope Francis rode around Ecuador in a white Jeep Wrangler, featuring a front glass roof with open sides, allowing the pontiff to easily wave from all sides.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Black drapes were unfurled near the front doors hours after his death.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
21 Apr. 2025
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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
Verb
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The goal of the tax subsidies was to encourage more Americans to save for retirement.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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For example, a VP of sales looking at declining numbers could stop themselves from commanding their team to call an additional 50 leads by the end of week and instead encourage their sales team to be more proactive.—
Michelle Stansbury,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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From 1983 onward, U.K. tax authorities have been obliged to consider whether a sweet was normally eaten straight out of the package using fingers, or by other means like a fork, skewer, or tongs.—
Robert Goulder,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The area is home to at least 15 Iron Age ring forts—circular, fortified settlements built up from the fourth century onward.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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Christine Brown's 6 Children: All About Her Son and Daughters with Sister Wives Costar and Ex Kody Brown In December 2022, Christine shared a proud mom moment with her followers on Instagram, explaining how Truely stood up to a bully at school who was bothering her friend.—
Karli Bendlin,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Jaylon is a proud alumnus of the University of Georgia.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2025
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The first-generation satellite system will include more than 3,200 advanced low-Earth orbit satellites, which will be delivered across more than 80 launches in the coming years.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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However, QuickBooks Desktop is better-suited for businesses requiring strong job costing, advanced reporting, and industry-specific versions.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forward. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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