steam ahead
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To move forward very quickly; to proceed despite obstacles.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Tiến về phía trước rất nhanh; tiếp tục尽管 có chướng ngại vật
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “steam ahead” mean?
To move forward very quickly; to proceed despite obstacles.
Is “steam ahead” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.