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
John Wisely, Freep.com, 27 Jan. 2026
While beauty has traditionally focused on self-expression and outward appearance, wellness has centered on inner balance and health.
—Clara Ludmir, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026
Each data center is represented as a point, and groups of points have been expanded outwards to avoid overlaps and show where there's large numbers of data centers.
—Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 8 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Investigators said that there were no outward signs of trauma to Mattson's body and foul play is not suspected.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 27 Jan. 2026
While beauty has traditionally focused on self-expression and outward appearance, wellness has centered on inner balance and health.
—Clara Ludmir, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Noun
The world of November 18th has expanded in each previous book, from a personal loop to including more loopers—but now, the genre-pushing edges of the story blow outwards as Tara and the other loopers end up creating a headquarters of sorts in Bremen.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026
Each data center is represented as a point, and groups of points have been expanded outwards to avoid overlaps and show where there's large numbers of data centers.
—Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outward
Adjective
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And the outer layer shields against the harsher elements.—
Emilee Coblentz,
Outside,
7 Feb. 2026
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If only the outer leaves are damaged, the banana plants can recover.—
Tom Macklin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Lawmakers in European powerhouse Germany have approved a government plan to attract more military recruits as the country tries to boost the ranks of its armed forces in the face of rising concern about the threat posed by Russia.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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Ryan is among the many new faces organizations brought in across the league to help either rebuild lagging franchises or get talented ones over the hump.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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To address the threat of high-energy electromagnetic pulses, researchers are developing specialized shielding for exterior glass windows.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Feb. 2026
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Fluffy, with a golden exterior and pale white interior, this cake looked impressive even before digging in.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In the years following his appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Puth worked for DeGeneres' eleveneleven label, released a couple of promotional singles, and collaborated on other music, including jingles and theme songs for YouTube personalities.—
Marina Johnson,
IndyStar,
8 Feb. 2026
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Van de Ven is the only first-choice defender who is fit, and this was his first appearance since missing two games with a groin injury.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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And a Freeze Warning was in effect for inland Broward County due to temperatures that were expected to drop to 32 degrees or below.—
Lissette Gonzalez,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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As part of the package, the White House is seeking to codify a dangerous government price control precedent into law that will have a chilling effect on medical innovation and patient choice.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
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These mini cakes are totally decadent and make quite the impression for a dinner party.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
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So, that was my first impression of Bruce.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2026
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Instead, with ample contracts to put in play and the seeming need for a shakeup amid a recent 7-9 run that has Erik Spoelstra’s team trending toward a fourth consecutive trip to the play-in round — silence.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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The hiatus makes The Rip the kind of nostalgia-inducing star vehicle that should pique viewers’ curiosity—which is why its seeming disinterest in the leads’ personal connection is so bizarre.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
21 Jan. 2026
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Many of these groups rely on programs such as Lifeline to maintain a semblance of communication that is basic yet essential.—
William Jones,
Sacbee.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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The guests — men and couples — mostly sleep in individual tents that give them a semblance of privacy and autonomy in the packed church sanctuary, Merkley said.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Outward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outward. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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