How to Use front in a Sentence

front

1 of 3 noun
  • Hot-glue the beard to the inside of the front of the hat.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2023
  • The bunch stood in front of a cabin for the sweet shots.
    Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 15 Dec. 2023
  • In the video, the two grooms stand in front of a balloon arch and shrine for the rat hole.
    Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 24 Jan. 2024
  • Pull the cable out and hold it against the front of your chest with both hands.
    Greg Presto, Men's Health, 27 July 2023
  • By the end of Oakland’s 83-71 win, Allen was left with a buzz cut in the front and a ball of hair in the back.
    Kyle Melnick, Washington Post, 6 Feb. 2024
  • Gloves and bleach were found in the front of the car while lighter fluid was found in the backseat.
    Brenna Gauchat, The Arizona Republic, 22 Mar. 2024
  • The sleeveless tank has a V-neck in the front and back and comes in pink, blue, white, and seashell print.
    Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2023
  • Begin by filing the chisel's edge from the back of the chisel to the front.
    Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, 7 June 2023
  • One thing about the top trims of the new F-150s, though, is the front looks a hell of a lot better than the Lightning with the light bar.
    Umar Shakir, The Verge, 13 Sep. 2023
  • By the time the chorus of that song kicked in, a small group of dancers had gathered in the space between the screen and the front row.
    Amy Phillips, Pitchfork, 16 Oct. 2023
  • On the front of her wardrobe, the seven appeared to be signed by Ronaldo.
    Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 2 Mar. 2024
  • Read the full story to get tips on what to look for when standing in front of a work of art.
    Life Kit, NPR, 6 Apr. 2024
  • The zippers run down the front with lined mesh pockets on the inside to hold paint cans and things like that.
    Melvin Backman, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Those in the front of the group saw and heeded her warnings and alerted a man who was in the back of the pack, closer to the croc.
    Travis Hall, Field & Stream, 21 Sep. 2023
  • On that front, few rank quite as highly as the Hotel Plaza Athenée, which dates back to 1913.
    Liam Hess, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2024
  • He’s jumped in front of more seasoned politicians in polls.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 21 Sep. 2023
  • Carolla and Bodden sit on the side in the front, like boxing judges.
    Joel Stein, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Oct. 2023
  • Hamlin, who started on the pole and led the race early, jumped in front of Kyle Busch and the rest of the field on a restart with two laps left.
    Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2024
  • Also, sitting in front of a wood-burning fire with a glass of wine.
    Noo Saro-Wiwa, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Apr. 2024
  • The key is to introduce some shorter face-framing at the front.
    Elle Turner, Glamour, 29 Dec. 2023
  • The Bulldogs' offense moved in front for a 14-0 lead over the Fighting Scouts at halftime.
    Ledeai, The Arizona Republic, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Simpson wore a slinky red dress that dipped low in the front and had lace trim around the bustline and matching lace sleeves.
    Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 5 Feb. 2024
  • Get the latest updates on the winter storm front — and the latest radar loop — below.
    Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Thesis The new front doesn’t mean Ackman is done with Harvard, though.
    Annie Massa, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2024
  • One change was adding more gifting options near the front by the registers.
    Ricardo Torres, Journal Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2024
  • Standing in front of them, Martinez fought off a twinge of panic and started mouthing the words along with them.
    Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 29 May 2023
  • The unique ankle cuffs only have elastic at the back of the ankle, giving them a cleaner look from the front.
    Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2024
  • But there was a tiny 4K camera tied to a sandbag in the front of the stage, and Daryl Hannah was filming with a handheld on the side.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2023
  • The massive flooding has redrawn the battlefield in that part of the southern front.
    Samantha Schmidt, Anchorage Daily News, 9 June 2023
  • As his teammates around him disrobed and walked to the showers, Herbert sat in front of his locker and stared at the ground.
    Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2023
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front

2 of 3 verb
  • He fronts a talk show.
  • He is now fronting a different band.
  • The house fronts Main Street.
  • The house fronts on Main Street.
  • People know there ain’t no fronting to me and the face reads it.
    Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 27 June 2023
  • But for the most part, the Sluggers front the cost themselves.
    The Indianapolis Star, 23 Aug. 2022
  • Jalen Graham fronted Adams on the play, and the Jayhawks threw over the top and got an easy bucket.
    Scottie Bordelon, Arkansas Online, 18 Mar. 2023
  • Just front your store with vending machines that can be stocked from behind, and then close the doors.
    Nikki Baird, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2023
  • Gibbard, co-founder of both groups, will front the bands for the unique tour announced on Thursday (Dec. 8).
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 8 Dec. 2022
  • Gwen Stefani has been fronting No Doubt for nearly 40 years.
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 29 Jan. 2024
  • The home is fronted by a stone walkway and wild landscaping.
    Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2024
  • That band, however, broke up in 1987, and Staley briefly fronted a funk band called the Black Holes.
    Spin Contributor, SPIN, 22 Mar. 2024
  • Other companies will even front renters the first month’s rent, but look out for high interest rates in the fine print.
    Will Parker, WSJ, 13 May 2022
  • The project is being fronted by Bread of Life, Inc., a local nonprofit.
    Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2023
  • The return of defensive end Kwity Paye to the lineup makes the Colts front much more formidable.
    The Indianapolis Star, 12 Nov. 2022
  • The crown jewel at the Fairmont Orchid is the quiet lagoon that fronts the resort and offers a buffer from the ocean.
    Karen Cicero, Good Housekeeping, 29 June 2023
  • The highlight is the addition of a second throttle body—the intakes now front the engine bay like a pair of fangs—and new exhaust cams to boot.
    Sam Smith, Car and Driver, 25 Aug. 2023
  • Anna Maria Island is a great place to score a vacation rental on a canal or fronting the Gulf of Mexico.
    Terry Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Feb. 2024
  • What motivated Celano to front for the Outfit is murkier.
    Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2022
  • Fat Joe called upon his famous friends to be brand ambassadors and front the boxes.
    Jackie Fields, Peoplemag, 6 Nov. 2023
  • Instead, Bowser called for Monumental to front the full cost of the project and for the District government to pay back its share over six to 10 years.
    Laura Vozzella, Washington Post, 17 Feb. 2024
  • The sphere itself looks brighter and sexier at night, and is fronted by a new fountain, standing in the footprint of a fountain that was present on the park’s opening day in 1982.
    Darryn King, Forbes, 1 Apr. 2023
  • The group fronted by Wallen and Church has picked up both sets of assets and is putting everything back under one roof, reps announced Thursday.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 25 Jan. 2024
  • His comment sparked broad condemnation, though Musk continued to make the case behind the scenes for the Pentagon to front the costs.
    Tony Romm, Washington Post, 15 Oct. 2022
  • The house with 12-foot-high ceilings has a new kitchen, butler’s pantry, seating areas fronting bay windows plus five bedrooms and three bathrooms.
    Jeastman, oregonlive, 21 Apr. 2023
  • The legendary singer and songwriter has fronted El Tri for 55 years and has positioned himself as one of the biggest names in Rock en Español.
    Chelsea Hylton, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2023
  • Skydance Media helped front the bill, co-producing and co-financing the film.
    Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 25 May 2022
  • The show’s new season will mark the first time that Ripa and Consuelos, both 52, will front a season premiere as permanent hosts.
    Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Two strong local singer/songwriters who frequently front their own bands share a bill as solo acts on Jan. 4 at 8 p.m. at Cafe Nine.
    Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 31 Dec. 2022
  • In honor of the announcement, the Grammy-winning artist also fronts the campaign for the brand’s new collection of platform shoes.
    Anna Tingley, Variety, 30 June 2023
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front

3 of 3 adjective
  • There's a small statue on the front lawn.
  • He keeps his wallet in his front pocket.
  • Tania checked the front cover of the book, then the back, then the spine.
    Ruby Cramer, Washington Post, 11 Nov. 2023
  • The Bride in the Large Glass is pictured at front left.
    Grace Edquist, Vogue, 10 Nov. 2023
  • As the match began, the Crew started on the front foot.
    oregonlive, 16 July 2023
  • The next day, The New York Times ran a story about the concert on the front page.
    Manohla Dargis, New York Times, 22 Nov. 2023
  • The 1-1 tie held into the bottom of six, when the Huskies moved in front 2-1.
    Xavier Athletics, The Enquirer, 28 May 2023
  • Ring video captured the raid as the police broke down the front door.
    Nikki Battiste, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2024
  • At last, the climate crisis is front page news, all the time.
    Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 23 Nov. 2023
  • Then, bend your front knee while keeping the back leg straight.
    Caitlin Pagán, Verywell Health, 28 July 2023
  • The front wing rises four floors while the rear of the property spans three floors.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2024
  • Plus, a sloped back and lip in the front keep kids comfortable and the mess contained.
    Jessica Booth, Parents, 23 June 2023
  • Two sets of stairs lead to the front door and a foyer flanked by the dining and living rooms.
    Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Our favorite picks for your front door, above the mantle, and more.
    Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2023
  • The mayor hustles down to Sal’s Famous to sweep the front walk for small change.
    Ruth E. Carter, Harper's BAZAAR, 31 May 2023
  • Place them around your front door or on a fence for major spooky vibes.
    Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 8 Aug. 2023
  • Even from the rear, diners can catch the show of passersby, thanks to broad front windows.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 9 June 2023
  • Here are the best bass fishing rods to have ready on the front deck and still be able to afford some gas to get to the lake.
    Max Inchausti, Field & Stream, 28 Mar. 2024
  • The front door opens to an entryway landing with a short flight of stairs.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2023
  • The attack left the front facade of an apartment block in ruins.
    Maria Kostenko, CNN, 3 Mar. 2024
  • Last year, a UPS driver in Arizona collapsed on a front porch from the heat.
    Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 22 June 2023
  • Dotson grabbed his gun from the top of the refrigerator and went to open the front door.
    Cara Tabachnick, CBS News, 15 Sep. 2023
  • From front row beauty looks to frenzied trend sightings, the chicest week of the month left us with much to talk about.
    India Espy-Jones, Essence, 26 Jan. 2024
  • Scroll down on the front screen of the app, then choose Manage storage and Duplicate files.
    David Nield, Popular Science, 3 Jan. 2024
  • Two officers went to the home and one kicked the front door before Nakala Murry opened it.
    CBS News, 15 Dec. 2023
  • This past week certainly had its fill of chic front rows.
    Christian Allaire, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2023
  • Look for a break in the heat waves, the first crisp morning, or the last true summer storm to give you the thumbs-up to hang a fall wreath on your front door.
    Kate McGregor, House Beautiful, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Officers found the front door open and yelled inside, where the owner was on the second floor.
    Zach Mentz, cleveland, 28 July 2023
  • The tankini top features a retro twist on the front and criss-cross straps in the back, which are adjustable to find the best fit for your body.
    Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 15 Mar. 2024
  • The video shows one of the bears getting onto its hind legs before using its paw to turn the handle of the home’s front door.
    Greg Norman, Fox News, 17 May 2023

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