Performing an Action (Toward-Towards)

to customize or prepare something to be suitable for a specific purpose, situation, or audience

The company's advertising campaign is geared towards young professionals looking for innovative technology solutions.

to favor something, especially an opinion

The new evidence seems to lean towards the prosecution's theory.

to have a natural tendency to show a particular behavior or characteristic

She tends towards healthy food choices in her diet.

to be considered as part of a total, contributing to a particular outcome or result

Every assignment will count towards your final grade in the course.

to give or use something for a particular goal or purpose

Their hard work went towards making the project a success.

to make someone more likely to experience or develop a certain condition or behavior

The region's damp climate can predispose structures towards mold growth.

to set aside or use money for a specific purpose or expense

I've been saving to put money toward my college tuition.

to move in the direction of someone or something

The car made toward the exit.

to indicate that something is likely or true

The research findings point towards a need for a new approach.

to make an effort to achieve a particular goal

She is working toward her dream of becoming a successful entrepreneur.