up-front

adjective

\ ˌəp-ˈfrənt

, ˈəp-ˌfrənt\

Definition of up-front

(Entry 1 of 2)

: being or coming in or at the front: such as

a(1) : frank, forthright

(2) : being in a conspicuous or leading position

b : paid or payable in advance

c : playing in a front line (as in football)

up front

adverb

Definition of up front (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : in or at the front

2 : in advance

3 : in an up-front manner : frankly, forthrightly

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There’s very little experience up front and the Buffs could be relying on multiple true freshmen. — Brian Howell, The Denver Post, "Colorado Buffaloes football 2019 projected roster," 6 June 2019 The Lorry is undeniably unusual, with a 20-inch wheel up front and a 26-inch wheel in the rear. — Bradley Ford, Popular Mechanics, "The Best Commuter Bikes for Any Commute," 16 May 2019 The deals, expected to close in the second half of the year, would bring Takeda $3.8 billion in cash up front and up to $1.9 billion in additional payments from Novartis subject to certain milestones being met, the companies said Wednesday. ... — Maria Armental, WSJ, "Takeda Selling Assets to Novartis, J&J to Pay Down Debt," 8 May 2019 But the Bulldogs do need to protect McMaryion, both in terms of the blockers up front and the running game. — Paul Myerberg, USA TODAY, "Boise State, Fresno State look to stay on top in Mountain West," 6 Apr. 2018 Camilla chose a deep red beret — one of her favorite kinds of hats — with two jaunty feathers up front during her first post-wedding appearance at Crathie Parish Church in April 2005. — Marci Robin, Allure, "The 30 Best Fascinators and Hats Worn by Camilla Parker Bowles, Duchess of Cornwall," 6 Aug. 2018 With Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez left to their own devices up front, Barcelona's midfield has become more conscientious and its back-line harder to breach. — Tom Allnutt, chicagotribune.com, "Chelsea aiming to frustrate functional Barcelona," 14 Mar. 2018 Facebook will pay publishers up front to create the content, according to a person familiar with the program, who added that questions related to advertising on the section have not been answered yet. — Benjamin Mullin, WSJ, "Publishers Eye Facebook’s Push for News Videos With Caution," 14 Mar. 2018 Barring the offseason addition of a graduate transfer up front, expect the top six performers along the offensive line this spring to stick come fall camp. — Tom Green, AL.com, "How will Auburn replace 4 senior starters on offensive line this spring?," 23 Feb. 2018

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