toward (A2)
preposition
Pronunciation: /təˈwɔːrd/
Definition
In the direction of; moving or facing to a place or person.
Examples
She walked toward the stage to accept her award.
He leaned toward her, whispering a secret.
The car drove toward the city limits.
How to Use toward
- toward the (collocation)
- Moving in the direction of a specific place or object. — "He walked toward the exit."
- toward someone (collocation)
- Facing or directing actions/feelings at a person. — "Her attitude toward her colleagues improved."
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