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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The first quarter moon in Libra brings a decision about your belief systems or travel plans to the forefront, Aquarius. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 July 2025 The robot has been brought back to the forefront thanks to this recent June 19 post by @japan, an official account managed by the Government of Japan, and this June 21 article in Forbes. Greta Cross, USA Today, 24 June 2025 This past legislative session has moved many ideas to the forefront of the Florida voter. Dori Howington, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 2025 With a spotlight on Louisiana, bills and policies targeting migrants suspected of entering the country illegally were pushed to the forefront by Landry and legislators, ranging from banning sanctuary city policies to sending Louisiana National Guard members to the U.S.-Mexico border. Sara Cline, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for to the forefront

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“To the forefront.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20the%20forefront. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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