in front
idiom
1
: in a forward position : in an area at the front of something (such as a car, airplane, theater, etc.)
We took turns sitting in front.
2
: in the leading position in a race or competition
She's still in front, but the other runners are catching up to her.
—often used after outShe's still out in front.
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.
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Allen stopped Marchenko's shot high in the slot before Marchment put in the rebound in front of the net.
—CBS News, 1 Jan. 2026
On Tuesday afternoon, the sidewalk in front of the facility had become a hive of activity – including the return of Nick Shirley – as media and Shirley supporters watched adults escorting children in and out.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 1 Jan. 2026
Dolly Shot mode, which flies backward in front of you, is especially sensitive.
—Graham Averill, Outside, 1 Jan. 2026
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 Jan. 2026
Allen stopped Marchenko's shot high in the slot before Marchment put in the rebound in front of the net.
—CBS News, 1 Jan. 2026
On Tuesday afternoon, the sidewalk in front of the facility had become a hive of activity – including the return of Nick Shirley – as media and Shirley supporters watched adults escorting children in and out.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 1 Jan. 2026
Dolly Shot mode, which flies backward in front of you, is especially sensitive.
—Graham Averill, Outside, 1 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for in front
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“In front.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20front. Accessed 6 Jan. 2026.
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