Phrasal verb
forge ahead
Definition
phrasal verb. to continue with a plan or activity in a strong and determined way, especially when it is difficult.
phrasal verb. to proceed with progress or development in a resolute manner; often implies overcoming resistance or maintaining momentum despite obstacles.
Examples
“The company decided to forge ahead with the new project.”
“Despite the heavy rain and wind, the hikers chose to forge ahead to reach the summit before dark.”
“While competitors hesitated due to market volatility, the firm continued to forge ahead with its ambitious expansion into emerging economies.”
Examples
simple
“The company decided to forge ahead with the new project.”
contextual
“Despite the heavy rain and wind, the hikers chose to forge ahead to reach the summit before dark.”
complex
“While competitors hesitated due to market volatility, the firm continued to forge ahead with its ambitious expansion into emerging economies.”
Usage
usually followed by the preposition 'with' when an object is present.
Teaching tip
the verb 'forge' relates to a blacksmith's strength and heat; use this image to help students remember the sense of powerful, steady movement.
Pitfall
They forge ahead the plan.
They forge ahead with the plan.
when followed by a noun, the preposition 'with' is necessary to connect the action to the object.
Phrasal verb
Particles
ahead
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
forge + ahead (+ with + object)
Synonyms
Antonyms
Grammar
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