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as in backward
directed, turned, or done toward the back
the tearful girl gave a rearward glance to her younger brother as she was being led down the street for her first day at school
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also rearwards
as in backwards
toward the rear
turned rearward for a moment, just for one final look at the haunting scene
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Recent Examples of rearward
Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2023
Behind this, the Batur's long hood gives apparent proof that even fully electric Bentleys will keep the brand's distinctive cab-rearward stance.
—Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 21 Aug. 2022
Jim Carmichel, Outdoor Life, 5 June 2025
Tugging the stick rearward triggers manual upshifts, with a forward flick for downshifts, akin to motorsport gearboxes.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
Sean Evans, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2024
Looking rearward, especially for parking, was a challenge.
—Evan Williams, Ars Technica, 18 July 2024
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Adjective
To get the shape just right, Mansory stripped the chassis down completely, removed all four of the standard doors, shifted the B-pillar rearward to make room for the new set and moved the hinges back a pillar.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2023
Behind this, the Batur's long hood gives apparent proof that even fully electric Bentleys will keep the brand's distinctive cab-rearward stance.
—Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 21 Aug. 2022
Adverb
The trail gave way, and my horse toppled over in a twisting, rearward somersault.
—Jim Carmichel, Outdoor Life, 5 June 2025
Tugging the stick rearward triggers manual upshifts, with a forward flick for downshifts, akin to motorsport gearboxes.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
Noun
As do the side vents, and the hood lines that start from the badge and flare outward and rearward, giving the front end more presence.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2024
Looking rearward, especially for parking, was a challenge.
—Evan Williams, Ars Technica, 18 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rearward
Adjective
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Inside the car, the rear bench has been ripped out so that reclining sport-style seats with Pepita inserts could be installed.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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And unlike traditional luxury coupes, the One of One has no rear window and rides high on large wheels, giving it a muscular, but still modern appearance.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Recurring injuries are also chipping away at Dan Quinn’s backward-hat dude vibes.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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It can be styled over a white T-shirt, or worn backward thanks to its new reversible design (created in 2024).—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Both backs seemed excited about employing more pony looks.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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The skirt featured extra structural fabric on the sides and the back, which gave it additional drama.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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Maybe this inspires you to craft your own Steak Nuggets at home with our reverse-sear method.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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At the same time, the drone activates its reverse thrust mode, pressing its feet firmly against the vehicle’s surface.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Rearward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rearward. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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