in front

phrase

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 out
She's still out in front.

Examples of in front in a Sentence

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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. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026 The club, aimed mostly at players ages 12 to 18, gives teens a casual, low-pressure place to learn basic kicks, experiment with stalls and spend time somewhere that is neither a classroom nor in front of a screen. Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026 Its low-lit, leather-laden decor is a welcome break from the sticky city heat, though the two iced teas on the table in front of us are also doing their bit. Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026 Consumers rarely make purchasing decisions based solely on the product in front of them. Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 8 July 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 10 Jul. 2026.

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