as in frontal
being at or in the part of something opposite the back part
visitors use the front door, but family knows to go around to the side entrance
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as in show
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
that smile is just a front—I don't think she actually likes me at all
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
are we making any progress on the marketing front?
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Recent Examples of front
Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2025
Officers found Ríos Pérez shot dead on the front porch of the home.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Nov. 2025
Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
The couple was spotted seated in the front row behind home plate, ahead of baseball icon Sandy Koufax.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
The presenter and actor is also fronting a six-part doc series about Club Cumming, his gay bar and nightclub in New York.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
The album is front of mind for Yorke, who recently worked on the stage production of Hamlet Hail to the Thief (which mashes up the album and the Shakespeare play) and the surprise live album Hail to the Thief (Live Recordings 2003–2009) was released earlier this year.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2025
Officers found Ríos Pérez shot dead on the front porch of the home.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Nov. 2025
Noun
The cold front will also usher in the coldest temperatures of the season thus far.
—Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
The couple was spotted seated in the front row behind home plate, ahead of baseball icon Sandy Koufax.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
Later, Godchaux would front her own group, alternately known as Donna Jean and the Tricksters and the Donna Jean Godchaux Band.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
The presenter and actor is also fronting a six-part doc series about Club Cumming, his gay bar and nightclub in New York.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for front
Adjective
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There is no sign of the militants preparing for a frontal attack on Bamako.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
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As the powerful frontal system progresses eastward, wind speeds are expected to gradually subside.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While no major changes to the building's facade are anticipated, the project calls for a one-story addition to its north annex.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The money, the success — all a facade.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In a recent Instagram post, Kardashian laughed off negative reviews of the show, which also stars Sarah Paulson, Naomi Watts and Glenn Close, has been receiving from fans.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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And the team behind the show, speaking to The Hollywood Reporter at Monday’s New York premiere, teased that the audience will not be able to predict what happens.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Teams that may have some postseason games to play are certainly showing themselves as playoff scenarios take shape in KC-area and regional college football.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Still, the company faces the same existential headwinds that have scared other would-be moguls away from the news business.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Chicago is facing a dangerous lake-effect snow event early Monday morning.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The major muscles worked in this exercise include ankle stabilizers like the tibialis anterior and posterior, calves, quadriceps, glutes, and hip flexors.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
31 Oct. 2025
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Tight hip flexors pull your pelvis forward into what’s known as an anterior tilt, forcing your hamstrings to brace to keep you upright.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Several actors donned the iconic guise of Ghostface in the Scream franchise, but one of the most intriguing is Billy Loomis (Skeet Ulrich) in the original film.—
Steven Thrash,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
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In this guise, Saverino is breathless with excitement.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The neutral tones and organic elements of the hotel’s 349 rooms and suites soothe the spirit and mirror the otherworldly atmosphere of the Riviera Maya.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
5 Nov. 2025
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Depending on which elements are involved, airglow can appear in subtle shades of green, red or orange.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Front.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/front. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.
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