forward
1 of 4adverb/ˈfɔrwɚd/
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to or toward the front
- She stepped forward to address the audience.
- The teacher asked the students to step forward one by one to present their projects.
- The ship sailed forward, cutting through the waves toward the distant shore.
- He leaned forward to get a closer look at the intricate details.
- The car moved forward slowly through the traffic.
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toward making progress or advancing in a particular area or goal
- Their dedication moved the initiative forward despite the setbacks.
- The new strategy pushed the company forward in the race for market dominance.
- The invention of new technology has driven society forward at an unprecedented rate.
- With consistent effort, they propelled their careers forward over the years.
- The team worked hard to move forward in their project.
3
toward the future or a later time
- Looking forward, the company aims to expand its market presence.
- We need to plan forward for the upcoming year.
- Looking forward, we expect significant changes in the industry.
- Let's consider how this decision will impact us forward.
- We must look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead.
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