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forwards

[fawr-werdz] / ˈfɔr wərdz /
ADVERB
ahead
Synonyms
STRONGEST
advanced along before earlier forward
STRONG
beforehand onward onwards
WEAK
advancing ante antecedently at an advantage at the head first fore foremost in the foreground in the lead leading on precedent precedently preceding previous progressing to the fore
Antonyms
STRONGEST
behind

Example Sentences

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Standing only 5 feet 8, Johnson has established herself as a defensive menace, guarding both forwards and guards.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Bellamy's rambunctious and infectious approach to his playing career made him one of the Premier League's most effective forwards.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

When Russo does play in the attacking midfield role behind a striker, she can serve those ahead of her, and she acknowledges the qualities of her fellow forwards in making her job easier.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

For instance, fellow forwards Olivia Smith and Beth Mead have made more tackles than her.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Backwards and forwards went the swaying crowd, keeping time together, swinging like the pendulum of a clock.

From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers