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toward

1 of 1preposition
/tʊ.ˈwɔrd/
1

in the direction of a particular person or thing

B1
  • The hikers headed toward the summit of the mountain.
  • She gestured toward the empty seat next to her.
  • The airplane is flying toward the east.
  • The dog ran toward its owner when she called its name.
  • He walked toward the library to return his books.
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2

with the purpose of achieving something

  • She worked hard toward her degree.
3

used to indicate a person's attitude, opinion, or behavior regarding a particular thing, situation, or person

  • Her behavior toward her colleagues was unprofessional.