Defeating
Forward
Forward verb - To help the growth or development of.
Both words in one sentence
- The Hero can move forward by defeating the Threshold Guardians, but also by being destroyed by them.
Source: Belly of the Whale - Fast-forward to the semi-finals of the VLT, where we see vampire Millenear not only holding her own against Deshwitat, but almost defeating him in the process.
Source: Manhwa / Rebirth -
After defeating Bubba, he decides that he'll move forward, become a drifter, and walk the earth from then on.
Source: Video Game / Legend of Legaia
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