as in frontal
being at or in the part of something opposite the back part
visitors use the front door, but family knows to go around to the side entrance
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as in show
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
that smile is just a front—I don't think she actually likes me at all
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
are we making any progress on the marketing front?
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Recent Examples of front
Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2025
O’Leary said the rabbit overpopulation has ramped up in the past three years, and that last year, the small animals completely tore up the front flower bed.
—Alex Music
july 25, Idaho Statesman, 25 July 2025
Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Also on the sustainability front, since last year ICR pivoted from using cosmetic-grade alcohol derived from Hungarian corn to the one derived from German sugar beet, a shift that ensures a lower environmental impact and a greater agricultural efficiency and quality.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025
Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 25 July 2025
Overland Park has approved tax incentives in the past for other developments around the city, but the difference this time is that the city would be fronting the costs for construction, not the developer.
—Kansas City Star, 23 July 2025
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Adjective
One standout feature of this home is the spacious front porch, which is fully covered to protect you from sun, rain, and snow.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2025
O’Leary said the rabbit overpopulation has ramped up in the past three years, and that last year, the small animals completely tore up the front flower bed.
—Alex Music
july 25, Idaho Statesman, 25 July 2025
Noun
As for presents for the birthday girl, the Guardians of the Galaxy star confirmed he’s all set on that front, too.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Also on the sustainability front, since last year ICR pivoted from using cosmetic-grade alcohol derived from Hungarian corn to the one derived from German sugar beet, a shift that ensures a lower environmental impact and a greater agricultural efficiency and quality.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
The setting is a dusty town square, bordered on one side by the posh Siete Mares Hotel and on the other by the city’s worst quarter, fronted by the Ritz Men Only, a dangerous flophouse.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 25 July 2025
Overland Park has approved tax incentives in the past for other developments around the city, but the difference this time is that the city would be fronting the costs for construction, not the developer.
—Kansas City Star, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for front
Adjective
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One storm appeared off a frontal boundary on July 5 and became Chantal, which moved over the coast and caused deadly flooding in North Carolina.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
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The frontal and parietal regions are part of the brain’s dorsal attention and executive control networks, which support our ability to plan and work toward goals.—
Christian Wolf,
Scientific American,
25 June 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, on Gran Roque, pastel facades peek through palm fronds, and barefoot locals steer wooden boats across glassy lagoons.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The front facade of the store at 3736 Broadway Blvd.—
Alexa Stone,
Kansas City Star,
5 Aug. 2025
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About 75 minutes into the show, the couple opened up about this unique aspect of their relationship.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Watch it here: Stream your favorite shows, the biggest blockbusters and more.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control. Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Aug. 2025
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Here's your daily look at traffic on major highways in the Kansas City area.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The tech outage impacting United’s flights comes just two weeks after Alaska Airlines faced a similar issue, which forced it to ground its entire fleet for three hours.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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By the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s, some areas of medicine, such as psychiatry, would face increasing criticism, including from social movements representing women and LGBT people.—
Time,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The anterior commissure is a tract connecting the two hemispheres (halves) of the brain.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Aug. 2025
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Studies using fMRI scans show that when people experience a good magic trick, areas in the brain linked to conflict detection and surprise—like the anterior cingulate cortex and prefrontal cortex—light up.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Atelier 11 recently launched in its current guise, as Deadline first reported in July.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
8 Aug. 2025
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Even Zara has fallen under the guise of a gentle rebrand.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Creating Demi was not as simple as halving each element.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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On the other hand, cooking methods like baking, boiling, and mashing don’t usually add these elements.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Front.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/front. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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