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Frontward vs. Frontwards
Frontward
/ˈfrʌntwəd/Examples:
The puppy darted frontward to greet its owner.As the boat moved frontward, the cityscape came into view.The actor walked frontward, spotlighted on stage.
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Frontwards
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He stepped frontwards cautiously to inspect the damage.Walking frontwards, she stumbled over an unexpected obstacle.The signs were clearly visible when facing frontwards.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Frontward and frontwards are both adverbs that mean the same thing.
- Frontward is more commonly used in American English.
- Frontwards is more often found in British English.
- Both words are interchangeable in their meanings and can be used based on regional preference.
- When in doubt, consider your audience's location to decide which form to use.
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