Northward

usgb/ˈnɔːrθwərd/
adverb

Towards the direction of north.

The birds fly northward during spring.
Visual representation of "northward" - towards the direction of north

Often appears as...

  • move northward
  • turn northward
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Seasonal Movement

Often used to describe animals' seasonal migration, especially birds.

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Geese travel northward to their breeding grounds each year.
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Figurative Use

Used metaphorically to suggest progress or improvement.

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After several failures, our project is finally moving northward.
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Weather Patterns

Common in discussing weather changes or wind directions.

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A cold front is sweeping northward across the plains.
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