as in outer
situated on the outside or farther out
the wall's outward face is painted over with a colorful mural honoring illustrious members of the community
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as in face
outward and often deceptive indication
never was there in a man such a fine, heroic outward and such a cowardly interior
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Recent Examples of outward
Doc Louallen, ABC News, 14 Feb. 2025
For his part, coach John Tortorella hasn’t shown any outward frustration, at least not with the cameras turned on.
—Kevin Kurz, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
Phil Plait, Discover Magazine, 2 Jan. 2012
According to this study, the return trip effect (which makes the return trip seem 17-22% shorter on average!) is seen even when people take different routes on the outward and return trips.
—Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 4 July 2014
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Adjective
By all outward appearances, Natalie and Michael's new business was thriving, with family and friends noticing that their lifestyle seemed to transform almost overnight.
—Doc Louallen, ABC News, 14 Feb. 2025
For his part, coach John Tortorella hasn’t shown any outward frustration, at least not with the cameras turned on.
—Kevin Kurz, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
The tendril-like structures radiating outward are not real, but are artifacts of the image processing techniques.
—Phil Plait, Discover Magazine, 2 Jan. 2012
According to this study, the return trip effect (which makes the return trip seem 17-22% shorter on average!) is seen even when people take different routes on the outward and return trips.
—Seriously Science, Discover Magazine, 4 July 2014
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outward
Adjective
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The mesh outer layer enhances the lightweight, summer vibe, making these shoes the perfect combination of style and comfort.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The expandable capacity is possible with an external zipper, and the textured outer shell is scratch-resistant.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The club was candid — perhaps to a fault — regarding its extensive efforts to trade the face of the franchise, hoping to clear up payroll and roster space.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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But not knowing much about them somehow makes the movie even more powerful in its blunt-force depiction of the brutality of war and the human faces behind it.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The costs for steel, aluminum and exterior wall systems could rise 15% to 25%.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2025
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From grand sculptures along the exterior decks to art on the stairway landings, it is all chosen particularly to highlight emerging artists.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Since early February, artists and performers including Lin-Manuel Miranda and Issa Rae pulled out of scheduled appearances at the prestigious venue in the wake of Trump‘s cultural power grab.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2025
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In her return to Mexico City, following her appearance at the previous edition of the Corona Capital festival, Annie Clark (her real name) was joined by Nine Inch Nails drummer Ilan Rubin as part of her band.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In China's case, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told CNN the 34% reciprocal tariff that was announced is in addition to a 20% tariff on Chinese goods that is already in effect.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Apr. 2025
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The tariffs set to go into effect on Thursday, April 3, 2025, will alter trade arrangements that were established shortly after the end of WWII in 1947.—
Rohit Arora,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Caroline and Laina took first impressions to a whole new level, arriving in full lawyer attire.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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And those first impressions include just about everything.—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In other words, despite its seeming departure from Maine’s binary logic, the Second World was really a slice of the non-West that, contrary to expectations, embraced an explicitly secular and modernizing agenda: socialism.—
Zachariah Mampilly,
Foreign Affairs,
1 Apr. 2025
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The pair walked onto the festival’s mainstage hand-in-hand, a seeming necessity given that Sia’s signature black and blonde wig was covering her eyes.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
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And while a 14-5 Duke run after halftime seemed to erase any semblance that this would wind up a close contest, that foul trouble once again reared its head late.—
Brendan Marks,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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While many criticisms can be made about legal decisions, the fundamental principles of a legal system provides protection for all, provides for a strong economy where companies and people can operate with a semblance of order and that system ultimately makes our country strong.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Outward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outward. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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