forehead

Definition of foreheadnext
as in front
a forward part or surface the forehead of the ancient temple features a frieze of dramatically posed figures

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Recent Examples of forehead The modern-day Roman Catholic Church is credited for applying the ashes in the shape of a cross on the forehead. Chris Sims, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Feb. 2026 The holiday is a day of public Catholicism as participants who attend service receive ashes on their foreheads in the shape of a cross. Christina Fan, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026 One of the rocks shattered the glass of a vehicle, injuring a Customs and Border Protection officer by cutting his forehead, according to the plea agreement. Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026 With its bangs and short length, this cut is especially flattering for oblong faces and/or those with a larger forehead and thinner hair density. Krista Carter, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for forehead
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Noun
  • The discrepancy in how people view AI has perhaps never been so apparent as this past week, after a viral essay from an AI CEO and investor claimed the tech is coming for any job that involves sitting in front of a computer.
    Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
  • By providing support for the entire agriculture industry, the commissioner's role is key in helping on these fronts.
    Briauna Brown, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Now, the spot has undergone a careful restoration of its facades just steps from Como’s city center.
    Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2026
  • There’s enormous relief in letting go of the facade of perfect containment or the need to perform goodness.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026

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“Forehead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forehead. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

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