front and center

adverb

: in or to the forefront of activity or consideration

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For years, your live shows featured a wall of Marshall amps — and, front and center, a giant illuminated cross. Alma Rota, Rolling Stone, 14 Oct. 2025 The renovated 19th-century crofter’s house puts sea views front and center, with Nordic interiors to complement the serene setting. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2025 The rye character of the whiskey is definitely front and center, with notes of spice, fruit, vanilla, and caramel popping on every sip. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2025 These shows are often watched repeatedly, so placing the most popular kids’ shows front and center of a streaming platform is critical. Max Goldbart, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for front and center

Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of front and center was in 1938

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“Front and center.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/front%20and%20center. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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