Synonyms of forwards
Examples of forwards in a Sentence
for every step that her campaign takes forwards, it seems to take two backwards
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Mitchell and Hopkins, both forwards, would likely go in the second round if they’re drafted.
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Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
22 June 2026
The nation’s star forwards flourished in their 4-2 win over Croatia as Harry Kane registered a double and Jude Bellingham put England back in front after half-time, before Marcus Rashford came off the bench to score a fourth.
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Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
None of the Sparks’ starters, which consisted of guards Erica Wheeler, Ariel Atkins and Plum and forwards Nneka Ogwumike and Dearica Hamby, scored more than nine points individually.
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John W. Davis,
Oc Register,
16 June 2026
While legendary forwards Luis Suárez and Edinson Cavani are no longer part of the national team setup, Uruguay remains one of the most talented squads in the Americas.
—
Sergio Candido,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
22 June 2026
The nation’s star forwards flourished in their 4-2 win over Croatia as Harry Kane registered a double and Jude Bellingham put England back in front after half-time, before Marcus Rashford came off the bench to score a fourth.
—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
None of the Sparks’ starters, which consisted of guards Erica Wheeler, Ariel Atkins and Plum and forwards Nneka Ogwumike and Dearica Hamby, scored more than nine points individually.
—
John W. Davis,
Oc Register,
16 June 2026
While legendary forwards Luis Suárez and Edinson Cavani are no longer part of the national team setup, Uruguay remains one of the most talented squads in the Americas.
—
Sergio Candido,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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“Forwards.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forwards. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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forwards
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for·wards
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