to the forefront
idiom
: to a place of importance or prominence
The discussion has brought the issue of health care to the forefront.
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At those levels, spending can shape strategy, tone and what issues rise to the forefront, said Bill Miller, a veteran Austin lobbyist.
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Philip Jankowski, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026
That reality has pushed operational energy logistics to the forefront of defense planning.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Graves plans to work behind the scenes to bring important stories to the forefront.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 15 Jan. 2026
Isabel Marant originally brought wedge sneakers to the forefront, with the release of the Bekett in 2011.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
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Philip Jankowski, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026
That reality has pushed operational energy logistics to the forefront of defense planning.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Graves plans to work behind the scenes to bring important stories to the forefront.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 15 Jan. 2026
Isabel Marant originally brought wedge sneakers to the forefront, with the release of the Bekett in 2011.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
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“To the forefront.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20the%20forefront. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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