as in cautious
having or showing awareness of and preparation for the future
a forward-looking business plan designed to take full advantage of emerging technologies
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Recent Examples of forward-looking
Cooperation in these critical technologies would not only reduce the carbon footprint of LNG but also align with South Korea's broader climate ambitions—ensuring the partnership is resilient, forward-looking, and sustainable.
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
The Rich States, Poor States index ranks Maryland at 42nd in economic outlook — a forward-looking forecast based on 15 variables including taxes, debt and labor costs.
—Mary D. Kane, Baltimore Sun, 28 May 2025
The company’s forward-looking indicator, Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO), showcased strong potential by expanding 21% year-over-year to $4.1 billion.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
But the forward-looking projections for margins were a promising sign for the business, with the company expecting to achieve 50 to 100 basis points of gross margin improvement for the fiscal year.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 23 May 2025
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
The Rich States, Poor States index ranks Maryland at 42nd in economic outlook — a forward-looking forecast based on 15 variables including taxes, debt and labor costs.
—Mary D. Kane, Baltimore Sun, 28 May 2025
The company’s forward-looking indicator, Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO), showcased strong potential by expanding 21% year-over-year to $4.1 billion.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
But the forward-looking projections for margins were a promising sign for the business, with the company expecting to achieve 50 to 100 basis points of gross margin improvement for the fiscal year.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forward-looking
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The Chiefs, who have a history of being cautious with their rookies during summer practices, nonetheless had Simmons participate in non-team drills during rookie minicamp last month.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2025
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Here are some tips to choose high-quality olive oil: Be cautious with olive oils that bear significantly lower prices.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
2 June 2025
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Watch out for slippery roads: Be extra careful during the first half hour after rain begins.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
7 June 2025
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But as the Trump administration has rolled out immigration policies targeting Venezuelans, Haitians and Cubans, GOP officials in Miami have had to draw a careful balance between supporting the White House and the many immigrants in their district affected by Trump’s immigration agenda.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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Taking proactive measures, establishing collaborative efforts and integrating innovation in cybersecurity strategies are essential to safeguard against the next generation of ransomware attacks.—
Oren Koren,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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To avoid repeating the mistakes of 2020, the city, county and state governments must take proactive steps to ensure the safety of residents and law enforcement.—
Paul Vallas,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2025
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Brazil’s post-dictatorship experience also suggests that democratic threats can be effectively managed with farsighted political reforms intended to protect democracy.—
Omar G. Encarnación,
Foreign Affairs,
16 Jan. 2025
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The most farsighted companies understand that downturns are not permanent.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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With his signature blend of lo-fi aesthetics and sharp, high-concept wit, Reece delivers another visionary exploration of Oklahoma and a darkly comic meditation on the fractured American soul.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
5 June 2025
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Córdova remains optimistic about the potential for philanthropy to play a visionary role.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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“Forward-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forward-looking. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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