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northward

[nawrth-werd, nawr-therd] / ˈnɔrθ wərd, ˈnɔr ðərd /
ADJECTIVE
northerly
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ADJECTIVE
northern
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After those two dramatic events, of course the graph will point northward.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

It has remained present in South America, and in recent years has moved northward, triggering alarm.

From Barron's • 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

He had set out northward; a stranger in Orrimy had told him to seek help here; an Osskilian ship had been waiting for him; Skiorh had guided him.

From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin




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