northwards
Britishadverb
Example Sentences
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"We hope this latest individual has moved northwards back towards the normal habitat for this species and is able to continue their journey safely without intervention," the spokesperson added.
From BBC
In this case, the winter storm is pushing northwards and eastwards, clearing the Canadian maritime by Tuesday but leaving more cold air in its wake.
From BBC
South of the triple junction, the Pacific plate is pulling a mass of rock known as the Pioneer fragment beneath the North American plate as it moves northwards.
From Science Daily
Last week, British armed forces supported the seizure of the Marinera which was stopped by the US Coast Guard as it travelled northwards through waters between Iceland and Scotland.
From BBC
The system is expected to move northwards towards neighbouring Tamil Nadu state in India by Sunday.
From Barron's
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