forward
In the direction ahead
Moving to a place in front or to a later time.
to move [something/someone] forward
- She took a step forward to get a better view.
- The project is moving forward as planned.
- He leaned forward to hear her better.
- Please move your car forward a little.
- We look forward to seeing you soon.
- He walked forward to the door.
- Please move forward in the line.
- The bus went forward slowly.
- I look forward to my birthday.
- She stepped forward to speak.
Send something onward
To send a letter, email, or message to someone else.
to forward [something] to [someone]
- Please forward this email to all staff members.
- The post office will forward your mail to your new address.
- I forwarded the invitation to my colleague.
- Could you forward me the meeting notes?
- They forwarded the complaint to the manager.
- I will forward this email to you.
- Please forward the letter to my new home.
- Can you forward my message to her?
- The office will forward your mail.
- He will forward the file to me.
Toward the front position
Near the front or ahead of others.
- The forward section of the plane is reserved for business class.
- He plays in a forward position on the team.
- The troops advanced to a forward base.
- She has very forward ideas about education.
- The forward seats cost more money.
- He sits in the forward part of the bus.
- Our team moved to a forward place on the field.
- I like the forward room in the plane.
Attacking player in sports
A player who plays near the other team's goal and tries to score points.
- The team's star forward scored two goals.
- He was moved from midfielder to forward.
- Their forwards are known for their speed and skill.
- The forward scored a goal.
- My brother plays as a forward.
- The team has three forwards.
- A good forward runs fast.
Overly bold in behavior
Saying or doing things too openly or boldly, which may seem rude.
- He was too forward when he asked her personal questions right away.
- She found his comments rather forward for a first meeting.
- Don't be so forward; give people some space.
- He was too forward with her.
- She thinks he is very forward.
- It is not polite to be forward with strangers.
- Base: forward
- Base: forward
- Plural: forwards
- Base: forward
- 3rd Person Singular: forwards
- Present Participle: forwarding
- Past: forwarded
bring forward
1Move earlier or propose idea
To make something happen sooner than planned, or to introduce an idea for discussion.
- They brought the meeting forward by two days.
- She brought forward a new proposal for the project.
push forward
1Continue despite obstacles
To keep trying and making progress even when it is hard.
- Despite setbacks, they pushed forward with their plans.
- We must push forward if we want to finish on time.
put your best foot forward
1Make your best effort
To try your best in order to make a good impression or succeed.
- You should put your best foot forward during the interview.
- She always puts her best foot forward when meeting new people.
step forward
1Move ahead or offer oneself
To move one step ahead, or to offer to do something.
- He stepped forward and introduced himself.
- No one stepped forward to take responsibility.
look forward to
1Anticipate with pleasure
To feel happy because you know something good will happen soon.
- I look forward to meeting you next week.
- She looks forward to her vacation every year.
look forward to
2await with pleasure/excitement
To feel happy because you know something good is going to happen soon.
- I’m really looking forward to our vacation.
- They are looking forward to meeting their new teacher.