as in faced
to stand or sit with the face or front toward
the apartment complex fronts the ocean
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of fronted
Adidas, Nike, Puma, New Balance and Skechers – who only launched their first range of soccer shoes in 2023 and are fronted by England striker Harry Kane – all unveiled new lines of cleats ahead of the tournament.
—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
Davis personally handled negotiations to get one of Monterey’s breakthrough attractions, Big Brother and the Holding Company – a San Francisco band fronted by singer Joplin – out of its Mainstream Records contract and onto Columbia.
—
Chris Morris,
Variety,
22 June 2026
Founded and fronted by Kyle Ross, an assistant high-school football coach and English teacher in Bixby, a Tulsa suburb, Keyland have built a fan base across the state with a high-energy live show and a hit-you-in-the-feelings songwriting style.
—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2026
That tune was fronted by Five Finger Death Punch, and the cut credits Kenny Wayne Shepherd, who originally released the song back in 1998, as well as Brantley Gilbert and the Queen guitarist.
—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Hudson earned an Oscar nomination for her role as Penny Lane in Almost Famous in 2000 and has fronted several romantic comedies, including 2003's How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.
—
Francesca Gariano,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
Its most forward-looking feature might be the cocoon-like dash, fronted by a yoke in place of a conventional steering wheel in the fighter jet–style cockpit.
—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
It will be fronted by leading sports presenter and journalist Rebecca Charlton.
—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
But travelling by private jet is reserved for heads of state and international dignitaries, with this cost being fronted by host committees.
—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
Davis personally handled negotiations to get one of Monterey’s breakthrough attractions, Big Brother and the Holding Company – a San Francisco band fronted by singer Joplin – out of its Mainstream Records contract and onto Columbia.
—
Chris Morris,
Variety,
22 June 2026
Founded and fronted by Kyle Ross, an assistant high-school football coach and English teacher in Bixby, a Tulsa suburb, Keyland have built a fan base across the state with a high-energy live show and a hit-you-in-the-feelings songwriting style.
—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2026
That tune was fronted by Five Finger Death Punch, and the cut credits Kenny Wayne Shepherd, who originally released the song back in 1998, as well as Brantley Gilbert and the Queen guitarist.
—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Hudson earned an Oscar nomination for her role as Penny Lane in Almost Famous in 2000 and has fronted several romantic comedies, including 2003's How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.
—
Francesca Gariano,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
Its most forward-looking feature might be the cocoon-like dash, fronted by a yoke in place of a conventional steering wheel in the fighter jet–style cockpit.
—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
It will be fronted by leading sports presenter and journalist Rebecca Charlton.
—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
But travelling by private jet is reserved for heads of state and international dignitaries, with this cost being fronted by host committees.
—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fronted
Verb
-
Although he was dropped from several projects and his representation, Hammer maintained his innocence and ultimately faced no charges.
-
While department stores have broadly struggled during that time, Kohl’s also faced specific issues that contributed to revenue declines.
Verb
-
The building is bordered by Curtis, 16th, Arapahoe, and 17th Streets, and surrounded by a variety of businesses.
-
Quakertown bordered Withers Street to the north, McKinney Street to the south, Vine Street to the east, and Oakland Avenue to the west.
Cite this Entry
“Fronted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fronted. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
