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
This composite of 10 forward-looking indicators is expected to continue its months-long decline, reinforcing concerns that the U.S. economy is losing steam under the weight of high interest rates and Trump’s trade wars.
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Catherine Baab, Quartz, 18 May 2025
This really feels like a forward-looking moment… a demonstration of what fundamental science means, and something that’s actually altering fundamental science in really interesting ways.
—Samir Patel, Quanta Magazine, 13 May 2025
The Norwegian Film Institute is focused on sustaining this momentum by refining our funding system to stay relevant, efficient and forward-looking.
—Annika Pham, Variety, 15 May 2025
Overanalyzing - When Details Become Quicksand Unlike rumination (past-focused) and future tripping (forward-looking), overanalyzing is about depth.
—Melody Wilding, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
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Catherine Baab, Quartz, 18 May 2025
This really feels like a forward-looking moment… a demonstration of what fundamental science means, and something that’s actually altering fundamental science in really interesting ways.
—Samir Patel, Quanta Magazine, 13 May 2025
The Norwegian Film Institute is focused on sustaining this momentum by refining our funding system to stay relevant, efficient and forward-looking.
—Annika Pham, Variety, 15 May 2025
Overanalyzing - When Details Become Quicksand Unlike rumination (past-focused) and future tripping (forward-looking), overanalyzing is about depth.
—Melody Wilding, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forward-looking
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The Chiefs, who have a history of being cautious with their rookies during summer practices, nonetheless had Simmons participate in non-team drills during rookie minicamp last month.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2025
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Be cautious not to overuse vinegar in the dishwasher, as the acid can degrade certain rubber components, like gaskets and filters.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2025
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Watch out for slippery roads: Be extra careful during the first half hour after rain begins.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
7 June 2025
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However, Kilmeade was careful to praise Musk’s efforts during his time in the Trump administration.—
Andrew Kirell,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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The testing efforts are part of a proactive sewage monitoring project between SacSewer and Stanford University checking for various viral markers.—
Rebecca-Ann Jattan,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2025
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Regulatory compliance becomes proactive rather than reactive.—
Tammy Hawes,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Brazil’s post-dictatorship experience also suggests that democratic threats can be effectively managed with farsighted political reforms intended to protect democracy.—
Omar G. Encarnación,
Foreign Affairs,
16 Jan. 2025
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The most farsighted companies understand that downturns are not permanent.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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With his signature blend of lo-fi aesthetics and sharp, high-concept wit, Reece delivers another visionary exploration of Oklahoma and a darkly comic meditation on the fractured American soul.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
5 June 2025
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Córdova remains optimistic about the potential for philanthropy to play a visionary role.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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“Forward-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forward-looking. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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