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eastward

[eest-werd] / ˈist wərd /
ADJECTIVE
eastern
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Additionally, the heat dome in the region has been moving away eastward, allowing for the moisture to build up in the atmosphere.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2026

Madsen also said the research model indicates that the strong eastward flow beneath the Pacific has weakened since 2020.

From Science Daily Aug. 7, 2026

The mercury could climb to 38C in Ukraine this week as Europe's deadly, record-breaking heatwave drifts eastward, engulfing the western half of the war-torn country.

From Barron's Jun. 30, 2026

The wait to cross eastward was some five hours, according to authorities.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

Before them the mountains frowned, but their path lay in a deep trough of land and they could see only the higher shoulders and the far eastward peaks.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien




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