toward
Example Sentences
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“California will keep moving toward pest management practices that protect health and our ecosystems.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
According to Judge Ferrero, Byrd and Roberts initially had a right to defend themselves, but that right evaporated once their attacker began retreating—while he still held his shotgun—and they moved toward him.
From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026
Given his track record as a pop hitmaker, it was reasonable to wonder if Ms. Bridgers might be swerving toward the mainstream.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
I work from the tail toward the head until my plate holds just a frame, some skin, one or two fries I’m saving for no good reason.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
I look up and see Ruby heading toward me, waving her hand in my face.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
