toward

Example Sentences

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"If we can get these powerful catalysts to work in water, that's a big step toward greener chemistry."

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026

The breakthrough not only resolves a long-standing biochemical puzzle, but also points toward cleaner, more efficient methods for producing pharmaceuticals.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026

“By contrast, if talks stall and inflation surprises to the upside, renewed geopolitical and monetary policy tightening concerns could push BTC back toward the $60k—65k range.”

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

I lean toward a positive view on both counts, as does Ms. Stefanik.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

He’d bent toward Clare when he was gardening nearby.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman