towards

British

/ tɔːdz, təˈwɔːdz /

preposition

in the direction or vicinity of

towards London
with regard to

her feelings towards me
as a contribution or help to

money towards a new car
just before

towards one o'clock
in comparison with

it's no work towards having to do it by hand

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Example Sentences

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Beijing’s Five-Year Plan emphasizes public well-being and social security, signaling a shift towards structural reforms.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

The big difference is the earnings momentum the S&P 500 is now developing, as well as the inflation picture and the approach of central banks towards that backdrop.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

Lyon goalkeeper Christiane Endler should have collected Mariona Caldentey's free-kick as it bobbled towards her, but the presence of Blackstenius put her off and she fumbled the ball backwards.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

In an interview on Sunday morning, Trump called the suspect a “sick guy” with “a lot of hatred in his heart” especially towards Christians.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

They are well aware of their mother’s voice and will turn their heads towards it when she speaks.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

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