outward
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, “dark energy” seems to permeate every square inch of space, pushing outward and accelerating the universe’s expansion.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
In contrast to her boisterous outward appearance, Parton was notably reserved on other issues of day-to-day politics, citing a fanbase of all political stripes.
From Barron's ● Aug. 26, 2026
I tend to start with the protein and work outward: If two chicken breasts comfortably feed your two-person household, chop and freeze two with the scallions and ginger.
From Salon ● Aug. 25, 2026
The book expands outward, creating an enormous system of stories orbiting the sisters’ lives and legends.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
But beneath the outward beauty, I saw the hard gloss of tenacity and the steely glint of determination.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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