rearward
Example Sentences
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The objections start with the lack of a direct, confirming view rearward, which would seem to increase the risk of backing into, or over, something or someone.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 25, 2026
Looked at from above, the rearward tunnels form a kind of bathtub shape reminiscent of that used by Ferrari on their 2022 car, which reduces drag.
From BBC ● Feb. 24, 2024
“The only conceivable alternative to the foregoing would be a situation in which the trigger was already pulled or held rearward while retracting the hammer to its full cock position.”
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 15, 2023
But after a few months of consistent rearward training, she said she was able to compete in those races with ease.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 9, 2022
Turning westward they came at length to a door in the rearward wall of the sixth circle.
From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien
