northward

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However, the parasite has advanced northward in spite of these efforts.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Experts say the northward expansion of this pest is aided by warmer winters, and the U.S. is seeking to contain it with an industrial-scale sterile-fly breeding program.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Humans likely followed these herds northward into Britain while adapting to the somewhat warmer summer conditions.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

All of those properties stand close to Coronado’s wide, sandy beaches — which means they all face challenges as waters are often fouled by the northward flow of untreated sewage from greater Tijuana.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Its first moves, the first feelers of its strength, had been checked upon its western line, southward and northward.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien