move forward
Americanverb phrase
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to proceed or go ahead with a plan or project.
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to advance or progress along a path or course.
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to cause to advance or progress along a path or course.
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to change (a scheduled event) to an earlier date or time.
Example Sentences
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In a press release Wednesday, Continental cited the country’s recent changes to regulatory and legal framework as one of the reasons it was able to move forward with a deal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
"The bid is continuing to move forward," she told reporters.
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026
ESA member states are expected to meet for a ministerial meeting in December to decide how to move forward.
From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026
Last year, Warner settled claims against Suno and agreed to move forward with AI-powered products based on licensed songs, while saying artists and songwriters would have the choice to opt in.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
Mrs. Meyer, you said on the phone that you’re hoping to move forward with this as quickly as possible, and I think, given the extremely public nature of this incident, that’s a good idea.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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