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towards

/tɘˈwoːdz/
preposition

  1. In the direction of.

    "She moved toward the door."

  2. In relation to (someone or something).

    "What are your feelings toward him?"

  3. For the purpose of attaining (an aim).

    "I'm saving money toward retirement."

Synonymstowards
Antonymsfromward, froward
adjective

  1. Near; at hand; in state of preparation; toward.

adverb

  1. In the direction of something (indicated by context).

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