forwards

[fawr-werdz]

adverb

1. forward.

forwards

/ ˈfɔːwədz /

adverb

1. towards or at a place ahead or in advance, esp in space but also in time

2. towards the front

Word History and Origins

Origin of forwards¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; forward + -s ¹

Example Sentences

His on-ball quality, however, is relatively untested given the Belgian opposition faced don't press as intensely as the forwards in the Premier League.

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They didn't go into the summer with a need to sign two forwards.

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The opposition's wide player is able to turn and face forwards before playing a direct pass into the channels.

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Adam Idah, the £9m striker, is on the verge of a move and Celtic are linked with all manner of forwards and wingers.

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The Red Roses' power up front proved too much for the United States in a 69-7 opening World Cup win and that was evident again through tries by forwards Feaunati and Atkin-Davies.

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