forward of

idiom

formal
: in a position that is ahead of (something) : in front of (something)
The valves are located just forward of the fuel tanks.

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The main deck features a large aft saloon, forward of which is a dining area with a bar, pantry, and galley. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024 Chelsea is another Premier League team that could use a centre forward of Isak’s quality, although Nicolas Jackson’s improvement this season should be noted. Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024 Trinity Rodman, the star forward of the Washington Spirit, was candid about her strained relationship with her father and five-time NBA champion Dennis Rodman. Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 18 Dec. 2024 Two umbrellas are now hidden in the body forward of the doors, not in the doors themselves as in other Rolls-Royces. Josh Max, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for forward of 

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“Forward of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forward%20of. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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