towards
Britishpreposition
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in the direction or vicinity of
towards London
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with regard to
her feelings towards me
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as a contribution or help to
money towards a new car
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just before
towards one o'clock
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in comparison with
it's no work towards having to do it by hand
Example Sentences
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Such was the hurt and resentment that Jordan, who was 25 at the time, felt towards her mum.
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Online comments have been predictably divided: while some have called him "spoiled" and "ungrateful" towards David and Victoria Beckham, others have applauded the 26-year-old for standing up for himself and prioritising his mental health.
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The pair had a late-night argument, which Sandra realised towards the end had been broadcast on speakerphone.
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Others ran towards the back of the building, unsure of the men's intentions.
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The 30-year-old can now start looking towards unifying the lightweight division.
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