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adjective

ˈfrənt-wərd How to pronounce frontward (audio)
variants or frontwards
Definition of frontwardnext
as in front
being at or in the forward part or surface of something ship passengers in the frontward cabins were getting the worst of the rough seas

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frontward

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adverb

variants or frontwards
as in before

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  1. front
  2. before
  3. forward
Adjective
  • Belgium was on the front foot from the start, taking six shots and putting two on target in the first eight minutes before going ahead on De Ketelaere’s first goal in the ninth minute.
    — Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • During an immigration inspection, a Border Patrol K-9 alerted agents to the front wall of the trailer, court records say.
    — Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Definition of front
Adverb
  • While Hansen's three crewmates had all ventured to space before, the mission was the Canadian's first spaceflight in his 17-year astronaut career.
    — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 8 July 2026
  • Soup is easy to make one day before, and hearty lentils hold up to the broth, unlike pasta noodles, which can get extra soft.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2026
Definition of before
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  • However, the Mets’ offense surged forward late with a five-run eighth inning as the Royals fell 6-2 at Citi Field.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
  • As the innings ticked forward, Colorado’s chances seemed to increase.
    — Liana Handler, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Definition of forward
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“Frontward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frontward. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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