forward-looking

adjective

for·ward-look·ing ˈfȯr-wərd-ˌlu̇-kiŋ

Synonyms of forward-looking next

: concerned with or planning for the future

Examples of forward-looking in a Sentence

a forward-looking business plan designed to take full advantage of emerging technologies

Recent Examples on the Web The forward-looking October consumer confidence report was accompanied by other positive consumption data this week, including September personal spending and the advance GDP report for the third quarter of 2024. —

Jason Schenker, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Your forward-looking plan includes expansions into the video game and digital creator sectors. —

Matt Donnelly, Variety, 30 Oct. 2024 Don’t miss your chance to join this forward-looking conversation and position yourself for success in the ever-changing world of entertainment. —

Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 28 Oct. 2024 But Sull cautions against painting Southwest executives as arrogant, complacent, or not forward-looking. —

Lila MacLellan, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for forward-looking

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Word History

First Known Use

1800, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of forward-looking was in 1800

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“Forward-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forward-looking. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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