Meaning of the word "forge ahead" in English

What does "forge ahead" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

forge ahead

US /fɔrdʒ əˈhɛd/
UK /fɔːdʒ əˈhɛd/

Phrasal Verb

to make strong and steady progress

Example:
Despite the challenges, the team continued to forge ahead with the project.
We need to forge ahead with our plans if we want to meet the deadline.