as in cautious
having or showing awareness of and preparation for the future
a forward-looking business plan designed to take full advantage of emerging technologies
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Recent Examples of forward-looking
For Matthews, surrealist cinema—forward-looking, innovative, dependent on the future itself for inspiration—still had its best days before it.
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Noor Anand Chawla, JSTOR Daily, 9 Dec. 2024
And, whereas the Republicans romanticize a bygone world, the R.N. is keen to present itself as a forward-looking concern.
—Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
In recent decades, the capital has transformed into a global hub, shaped by rapid advancements in technology, infrastructure, and forward-looking cultural initiatives.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Tonight, the people of North Carolina resoundingly embraced a vision that's optimistic, forward-looking and welcoming, a vision that's about creating opportunity for every North Carolinian.
—ABC News, 1 Dec. 2024
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Noor Anand Chawla, JSTOR Daily, 9 Dec. 2024
And, whereas the Republicans romanticize a bygone world, the R.N. is keen to present itself as a forward-looking concern.
—Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
In recent decades, the capital has transformed into a global hub, shaped by rapid advancements in technology, infrastructure, and forward-looking cultural initiatives.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Tonight, the people of North Carolina resoundingly embraced a vision that's optimistic, forward-looking and welcoming, a vision that's about creating opportunity for every North Carolinian.
—ABC News, 1 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forward-looking
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Travelers should be cautious, especially along major highways like Interstate 90 and 35, as conditions could remain hazardous.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Of course, outdoor activities in cold climates require precautions, including dressing appropriately, staying hydrated, being cautious on icy trails, and pacing oneself.Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Going slowly and applying heat with a hair dryer can help reduce the risk of damage, but the difficulty of this process is a solid reason to be careful with your installation.Simon Hill, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2024
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Identifying ground zero for the advent of Dengue Fever can be tricky, but careful research has identified Aquarius Records in the heart of San Francisco’s Mission District as the primary origin of the infectiously melodic band.Andrew Gilbert, The Mercury News, 27 Dec. 2024
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However, tools like computer vision are available today to help shift the industry toward proactive risk management.David Tobias, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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While the company has been proactive in addressing issues—often through over-the-air software updates—the frequency of recalls continues to raise concerns.Michael D. Carroll AND Shamim Chowdhury, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Despite narratives that still suffuse much of American commentary—portraying Russia as the stealthy and ubiquitous opportunist and China as the patient and farsighted strategist—neither country is immune to hubris and overreach.Ali Wyne, Foreign Affairs, 23 Nov. 2022
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According to the appealing tale, a farsighted band of Americans, with some input from poorer but learned Britons, recognized the failures of the international economic system after World War I, in particular the Great Depression.Robert B. Zoellick, Foreign Affairs, 22 Feb. 2022
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Established 16 years ago by the family of silent film star and producer Harold Lloyd and AIS, the Harold Lloyd Award has celebrated visionary filmmakers and storytellers including Ang Lee, Jon Favreau and James Cameron.Carolyn Giardina, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
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His citation recognized his seminal leadership in inertial confinement fusion and high energy density physics, outstanding contributions to national security, and visionary leadership of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory at the end of the Cold War.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Forward-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forward-looking. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.
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