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verb (1)

Definition of forgenext
as in to do
to move forward along a course the rescue team forged ahead despite the bad weather

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verb (2)

1
as in to counterfeit
to imitate or copy especially in order to deceive arrested for forging the doctor's signature on the prescription

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as in to develop
to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort both sides labored mightily to forge a peace treaty

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3
as in to draw
to shape with a hammer loved the artisan look of that hand-forged copper pot

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Recent Examples of forge
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Meriwether has forged one of the most idiosyncratic careers in Hollywood. — Joy Press, Vanity Fair, 31 Aug. 2026 The front suspension is independent, with double wishbones and forged aluminum control arms paired with coil-over springs. — William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Most school districts are forging ahead with technology in classrooms. — Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 28 Aug. 2026 But when shovels become too expensive, the miners start forging their own. — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for forge
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forge
  1. do
  2. counterfeit
  3. develop
  4. draw
  5. progress
  6. fake
  7. create
  8. carve
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  • As Korean growth picks up, President Lee Jae Myung could be excused for thinking his job as an economic reformer is done.
    — William Pesek, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Quarterback Jack Strand made the Atlanta Falcons’ initial 53-man roster Sunday, and running back Tyler Goodson did not.
    — Josh Kendall, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of do
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  • Perez-Labrada was arrested Tuesday and charged with counterfeiting goods involving 1,000 or more items or a total retail value of $20,000 or more, records show.
    — Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Treat brand as your most defensible asset, the one form of intellectual property a machine cannot counterfeit into existence.
    — Charles Lew, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of counterfeit
Verb
  • The approach, developed by a team led by researchers from York University in Toronto, could improve how humanoid robots judge distances, recognize object orientation, and navigate complex environments.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Since Ozzy’s death, Jack has been involved in the family business, which includes creating an Ozzy AI avatar and developing a film about his life and career with Sony.
    — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of develop
Verb
  • The InnoAsia Startup Demo Jam sits at the center of the first track, with nine companies, drawn from the open call and international partner recommendations, pitching AI, virtual production and digital-asset technologies to investors and buyers.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The costume and the posture of the model in the photo drew comparisons online to images of the racist theatrical character Jim Crow, a staple in blackface minstrel shows, which dehumanized Black people.
    — Star Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of draw
Verb
  • Lake County prosecutors filed to detain Fisher, and he was ordered to remain in jail as his case progresses through the court system.
    — Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Technical objectives and operational milestones are expected to be disclosed as the programs progress.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of progress
Verb
  • And those of us that believe Mitch isn’t a fake, didn’t fake his legendary bow kill of what would be a record buck as well.
    — Richard P. Smith, Outdoor Life, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Despite the initial awkwardness, Olive and Adam later agree to fake date to ensure Anh will pursue things with her crush Jeremy, someone Olive once had a crush on, now knowing Olive has since moved on.
    — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of fake
Verb
  • Designed as a therapeutic companion, the robot resembles a baby seal and uses soft fur, gentle movements, and responsive sounds to create the calming presence of a living pet.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
  • This poplin maxi skirt is stylish, and its A-line cut can create a flattering silhouette on all body types.
    — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of create
Verb
  • He’s even carved out an important role on special teams, too, working with the punt return, kick return and kick coverage units.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026
  • If the Legislature rolls over on this, why wouldn’t every other coastal developer line up and ask for an exemption, and will carve-outs go to the biggest campaign donors?
    — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of carve

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