REARWARDS Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

rearwards

noun

plural of rearward

as in backs

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Noun

At scenic overlooks, people turn their backs to the landscape to stage a selfie photograph.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
Speaking of dominating running backs, Kenneth Walker III, who came over from the Seahawks after winning Super Bowl MVP, looked like the best offseason addition.

— OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026

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