as in forward
toward or at a point lying in advance in space or time
for every step that her campaign takes forwards, it seems to take two backwards
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as in encourages
to help the growth or development of
their foundation will help forward better relations between young people from those warring nations
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Recent Examples of forwards
Scott Powers, New York Times, 6 June 2025
The Oilers acquired several contributing players, including forward Kasperi Kapanen, whose goal eliminated Vegas in the second round, and forwards Viktor Arvidsson and Vasily Podkolzin.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 3 June 2025
Your castle seems to go backwards and forwards in time, as the crenelated turret can evoke the toys or fairy tales of youth, the leaning columns of the ancient world, and yet memory collides with the unknown somehow—also in the performance.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 2 June 2025
Panthers lineup Florida is without three regulars in forwards Sam Reinhart and A.J. Greer along with defenseman Niko Mikkola.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 27 May 2025
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Basically, the Blackhawks are going to draft the best player available and believe there are plenty of forwards who can play center or wing if taken.
—Scott Powers, New York Times, 6 June 2025
The Oilers acquired several contributing players, including forward Kasperi Kapanen, whose goal eliminated Vegas in the second round, and forwards Viktor Arvidsson and Vasily Podkolzin.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 3 June 2025
Your castle seems to go backwards and forwards in time, as the crenelated turret can evoke the toys or fairy tales of youth, the leaning columns of the ancient world, and yet memory collides with the unknown somehow—also in the performance.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 2 June 2025
Panthers lineup Florida is without three regulars in forwards Sam Reinhart and A.J. Greer along with defenseman Niko Mikkola.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forwards
Adverb
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The school looks forward to honoring three decades of excellence and is inviting parents, alumni and community members to join the planning effort.—
Susan Soldavin,
Baltimore Sun,
14 June 2025
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Nobody wants that, the audience isn't looking forward to it either, hardly any tickets are sold.—
Claire Poole,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
Verb
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Pruning also stimulates branching, which encourages more flowers.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2025
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For example, generative AI might provide you with an essay that glorifies a particular addiction or could engage in a dialogue that encourages you to become addicted to this or that addictive substance or non-substance.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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That promotes healthy rainfall patterns and keeps the hydrological cycle moving.—
Dan Lambe,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Intel also promotes a vast ecosystem of more than 200 independent software vendors developing commercial applications and services tailored to its platform.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
6 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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Longhorns supporters stretched throughout the stands parallel to third base, with their seemingly most die-hard fans stationed directly behind their bench, and Red Raiders fans mirrored that almost exactly along first.—
Lauren Merola,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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And follow along here for more of USA TODAY's Pride 2025 coverage!—
Sam Woodward,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Leaders must communicate a compelling vision that not only draws in top talent, but also cultivates a workplace culture that supports long-term engagement.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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By fostering an environment where team members feel valued and heard, Tesla cultivates a culture of accountability and excellence.—
Wayne Yu,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Adverb
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However, the ship did not appear to be noticeably listing, meaning Pyongyang is likely able to send it onward to the other port to inspect the vessel's electronics.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2025
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The Pacers trailed by double-digits from late in the second quarter onward.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
Verb
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This is where the puppy fosters come in so the dog is trained to basic obedience, learning day-to-day with the family, house manners, interacting with different people, the household.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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This fosters self-reflection and promoting continual improvement in their leadership abilities.—
Betsy Pudliner,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Forwards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forwards. Accessed 23 Jun. 2025.
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