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Homeward

usgb/ˈhəʊmwərd/Volume
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Directional Context

Use 'homeward' to indicate direction rather than location; it implies movement towards home.

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The lost puppy ran homeward.
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Not Just Physical

'Homeward' can also suggest an emotional journey towards a place of comfort or origin.

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After years abroad, his heart yearned homeward.
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Ending a Journey

'Homeward' is often used when concluding a trip or adventure, emphasizing the return aspect.

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The final leg of our voyage was homeward.
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