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.

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The agency adds that trees in front of Schaeffer's home aren't due for a trim for several years. Elle McLogan, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026 The Camí de Cavalls, the iconic 115-mile trail that runs along the entire coastline of Menorca, also passes nearby with its most challenging stretch right in front of the hotel. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026 Golden State started 5 of 27 in front of a raucous, sellout crowd. ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026 Honestly, the future is dim for Maryland’s economy, especially when its most powerful lawmakers ignore the light switch in front of them. Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 19 Aug. 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 25 Aug. 2026.

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