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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Despite multiple comeback attempts, Miami dropped the series opener to the Milwaukee Brewers, 6-5, in front of a lively crowd of 16,715 fans—many of whom stayed for the postgame fireworks.
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Miami Herald, 5 July 2025
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, 5 July 2025
The Cubs' mascot, Clark the Cub, who was catching Kamara’s first pitch, had to reach over and make a nice backhand pick just to keep it in front of him.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
There will be 10 races, with the first post at 2 p.m.
The first race is the most exciting, Bahr said — the buildup as the horses load into the gate in front of the grandstand.
—Kelley Carlson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
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Miami Herald, 5 July 2025
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, 5 July 2025
The Cubs' mascot, Clark the Cub, who was catching Kamara’s first pitch, had to reach over and make a nice backhand pick just to keep it in front of him.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
There will be 10 races, with the first post at 2 p.m.
The first race is the most exciting, Bahr said — the buildup as the horses load into the gate in front of the grandstand.
—Kelley Carlson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
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“In front.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20front. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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