forward-looking
adjective
for·ward-look·ing
ˈfȯr-wərd-ˌlu̇-kiŋ 
: concerned with or planning for the future
Examples of forward-looking in a Sentence
a forward-looking business plan designed to take full advantage of emerging technologies
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Tiny forward-looking questions retrain the brain faster than forced positivity ever will.
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Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Harrington’s first comments as mayor stayed light and forward-looking without delving into the city’s hot button issues.
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Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
Because the report offers forward-looking commentary from industry sources, it’s referred to as a leading indicator.
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Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
28 June 2026
The move comes as a range of entertainment stakeholders push more aggressively into experiential offerings, meeting demonstrated demand from consumers willing to spend on more forward-looking fare.
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Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
24 June 2026
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Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Harrington’s first comments as mayor stayed light and forward-looking without delving into the city’s hot button issues.
—
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
Because the report offers forward-looking commentary from industry sources, it’s referred to as a leading indicator.
—
Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
28 June 2026
The move comes as a range of entertainment stakeholders push more aggressively into experiential offerings, meeting demonstrated demand from consumers willing to spend on more forward-looking fare.
—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for forward-looking
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“Forward-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forward-looking. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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