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forwards

American  
[fawr-werdz] / ˈfɔr wərdz /

adverb

  1. forward.

forwards British  
/ ˈfɔːwədz /

adverb

  1. towards or at a place ahead or in advance, esp in space but also in time

  2. towards the front

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Etymology

Origin of forwards

First recorded in 1350–1400; forward + -s 1

Example Sentences

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Travis Binnion has focused on the forwards, among whom Sesko is a big fan.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

BBC Sport looks at some of the league's best-ever forwards and asks you to decide where he ranks.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 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

Ainslie told the BBC last year that splitting with Ineos after the "fallout" was "a difficult decision" but stemmed from "different opinions on how to move forwards with the team".

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

“How young! Photographs make me forget if time is forwards or backwards. No, photographs make me wonder if there is a forwards or backwards. My glass is empty, Jason.”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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