in front
1
in a position just ahead of or further forward than someone or something
- The bus in front slowed down at the intersection.
- I stood nervously behind the podium while the speaker in front finished his speech.
- She followed the cyclist riding just in front.
- There was a long line of cars in front at the gas station.
- I tripped over the person standing in front when the line moved suddenly.
2
on the part or side that faces forward or is nearest to a viewer
- Please set the vase in front where it's visible.
- Bright lights were positioned in front to illuminate the stage.
- We set the picnic table right in front to enjoy the view.
- The nameplate was displayed prominently in front.
- He piled the luggage in front for easier access.
3
in the leading place in a game, contest, or race.
- Our team was barely in front before halftime.
- The champion stayed in front until the final lap.
- Even after a mistake, he managed to remain in front.
- The underdogs were surprisingly in front for most of the match.
- They battled hard but couldn't get back in front after falling behind.
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