move forward

phrasal verb

Meaning

Proceed with a plan or action after a period of delay or consideration.

Examples

We are ready to move forward with the merger once the legal documents are signed.
The committee voted to move forward despite the concerns raised by the minority.

Synonyms: proceed, advance, continue, press on

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move forward

phrasal verb

Pronunciation: /muːv ˈfɔːrwərd/

Definition

Proceed with a plan or action after a period of delay or consideration.

Examples

We are ready to move forward with the merger once the legal documents are signed.
The committee voted to move forward despite the concerns raised by the minority.
It is time to move forward and leave these past mistakes behind us.

How to Use move forward

move forward with (phrasal verb): To begin or continue a specific plan or project. — "We decided to move forward with the renovation plans immediately."
move forward on (phrasal verb): To make progress regarding a specific task or issue. — "The city council needs to move forward on the housing policy."

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