C1adverblanguage
US/fɔːrθ/
UK/fɔːθ/
forward or out; mostly used in fixed phrases about moving one way and then the other
In context
He walked back and forth across the room while he waited for the call.
We sent emails back and forth all week before we agreed.
The team put forth a new plan to cut costs.
Words that go with forth
verb + adverb
- go back and forthI go back and forth between Hanoi and Saigon for work.
- sway back and forthThe boat swayed back and forth in the wind.
- put forthShe put forth a strong argument.
- set forthThe rules are set forth in the contract.
- bring forthThe meeting brought forth some good ideas.