Forge ahead

verb

To continue to make progress or move forward, even though it is difficult.

Despite the challenges, the team managed to forge ahead with the project.
Visual representation of "forge ahead" - To continue to make progress or move forward, even though it is difficult.

Often appears as...

  • forge ahead with confidence
  • forge ahead with progress
verb

To continue to make progress or move forward, even though it is difficult.

Despite the challenges, the team managed to forge ahead with the project.
Visual representation of "forge ahead" - To continue to make progress or move forward, even though it is difficult.

Often appears as...

  • forge ahead with confidence
  • forge ahead with progress
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Visual representation of "forge ahead"
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Metaphorical Use

Used figuratively to describe someone advancing despite hardships, not literal walking or moving.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
She was ill but forged ahead with her studies.
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Positive Connotation

Implies a positive assessment of someone's determination and effort.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
Even after the setback, they forged ahead admirably.
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Not for Literal Creation

Doesn't mean literally making something by forging, like blacksmithing.

Illustration for Not for Literal Creation
He didn't forge tools, but he forged ahead with his plan.
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Metaphorical Use

Used figuratively to describe someone advancing despite hardships, not literal walking or moving.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
She was ill but forged ahead with her studies.
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Positive Connotation

Implies a positive assessment of someone's determination and effort.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
Even after the setback, they forged ahead admirably.
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Not for Literal Creation

Doesn't mean literally making something by forging, like blacksmithing.

Illustration for Not for Literal Creation
He didn't forge tools, but he forged ahead with his plan.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Metaphorical Use

Used figuratively to describe someone advancing despite hardships, not literal walking or moving.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
She was ill but forged ahead with her studies.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Positive Connotation

Implies a positive assessment of someone's determination and effort.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
Even after the setback, they forged ahead admirably.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Not for Literal Creation

Doesn't mean literally making something by forging, like blacksmithing.

Illustration for Not for Literal Creation
He didn't forge tools, but he forged ahead with his plan.
Visual representation of the word "Forge ahead"

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