as in outer
situated on the outside or farther out
the wall's outward face is painted over with a colorful mural honoring illustrious members of the community
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as in face
outward and often deceptive indication
never was there in a man such a fine, heroic outward and such a cowardly interior
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Recent Examples of outward
Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
The screams, the tears, the pain were the outward expressions as her physical body began to separate from her spirit and soul.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Eliana Ramage
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
For me, this film was more about the duel between the stillness in the in the internal rage and that wanting to percolate outwards.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 29 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
However, Lenovo’s continual experimentation has brought us some unique laptop releases and concepts in recent years, including a laptop with a screen that expands by rolling, a laptop with an outward folding screen, laptops with foldable screens, and laptops with dual 14-inch displays.
—Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
The screams, the tears, the pain were the outward expressions as her physical body began to separate from her spirit and soul.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
But in these pages, Alyan’s ambition reaches outwards.
—Eliana Ramage
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
For me, this film was more about the duel between the stillness in the in the internal rage and that wanting to percolate outwards.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outward
Adjective
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This technique combines traditional with etching, which removes the outer layer of skin instead of cutting all the way through the pumpkin.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
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How To Harvest Parsley Use clean, sharp pruning shears to cut outer growth from the parsley plant, cutting at the base.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Character details for the new faces are under wraps, as Deadline exclusively reported.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
13 Sep. 2025
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He’s gone viral for opposing Republican state lawmakers moving to add the Ten Commandments to public classrooms, and at another point for criticizing those lawmakers for not adopting stricter gun laws in the face of mass shootings.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Set a simple bench against an exterior wall or railing, then layer it with pillows and throws in weather-resistant fabrics.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Sep. 2025
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The structured purse has a snap closure to keep your belongings safe, as well as interior and exterior pockets for organization.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, at New York Fashion Week, Dylan O'Brien graced the runway alongside an adorable (and furry) sidekick in a surprise appearance.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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Secondary markets buy what the primary market won’t take, then channel it into ingredients for buyers and processors where appearance doesn’t matter, without sacrificing taste or quality.—
Ivanka Trump,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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But what was the effect of that?—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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This innovative installation may hold one of the keys to accelerating a transition away from fossil fuels that scientists say is necessary if the world is to avoid the worst effects of climate change.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Still, that didn’t dull the impression left on a young Vitale.—
Mahoro Seward,
Vogue,
16 Sep. 2025
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Fat Bear Week, reaching 1 million voters online and hundreds of millions of impressions collectively through print, TV and online media, is a striking example of how digital platforms can amplify conservation awareness far beyond the park’s borders.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Flaming weapons, glass boats, and a chariot pulled by flying scarabs make their way into the picture, as well as a seeming mandate that none of the performers wear too much in the way of clothes.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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With paying more seeming a given, the advisors say having that perfect or near-perfect experience is more important than ever.—
Doug Gollan,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The numbering of the checklist items is only for convenience of reference and does not denote any semblance of priority.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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And yet, Fields’ performance provides some semblance of hope.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Outward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outward. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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