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
Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
But on the tech front, Beijing’s ability to push back by at least a year the new US rule which would have vastly expanded the number of Chinese companies blacklisted from buying sensitive American technologies, is a major boon for Chinese firms.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 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
And on the beauty front, hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos was behind the actress’ shiny hair, while makeup artist Rokael Lizama gave her a radiant, glowy look.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
But on the tech front, Beijing’s ability to push back by at least a year the new US rule which would have vastly expanded the number of Chinese companies blacklisted from buying sensitive American technologies, is a major boon for Chinese firms.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 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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As the powerful frontal system progresses eastward, wind speeds are expected to gradually subside.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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While this energy level is lower than many rifle categories, the slug’s massive frontal area and weight create uniquely destructive terminal effects.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
30 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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Those wanting to stream the show live can do so with a Peacock premium subscription or stream new episodes the next day with a basic Peacock subscription.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
26 Oct. 2025
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The pregame show has room to improve.—
Andrew Marchand,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Tabor and Sheriff Jay Cantrell both said the new quarantine space, along with other spaces being added for medical care, the intake and release of detainees, and court proceedings may allow the sheriff's office to open some areas to new programming.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Nov. 2025
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Local and state officials criticized the immigration operation in the area Friday.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Air Mail’s fate shows that even the masters of the old form faced major headwinds when trying to navigate the new media landscape.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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As the candy bowls linger from Halloween and holiday treats start to roll in, your teeth face a marathon of sugar exposure.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
2 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 8 Nov. 2025.
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