front
Plural
fronts
1
the part or surface of an object that is faced forward, seen first, or used first
- She stood at the front of the line to buy tickets for the concert.
- The front of the car was dented after the accident.
- She pointed to the front of the room where the speaker stood.
- The front of the television set is where all the buttons are located.
- The front of the shirt has a logo on it.
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the most forward position in a battle or conflict, where fighting is happening
- Soldiers were stationed at the front to defend the area.
- Medics worked near the front to help the wounded.
- Tensions were high on the front, with both sides ready for action.
Synonyms:
3
an outward appearance or demeanor that a person presents
- He put on a confident front, though he felt overwhelmed by the new responsibilities.
- Her cheerful front at the party hid the sadness she was carrying inside.
- Despite his friendly front, he was cautious and kept people at a distance.
- She wore a brave front during the interview, even though her nerves were getting the best of her.
- Beneath his composed front, there was a sense of uncertainty he rarely shared with others.
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4
a person or thing that hides the true nature or identity of something, often used to conceal illegal or unethical activities
- The businessman was a front for a large criminal organization.
- She acted as a front for her brother’s illegal activities.
- The charity was just a front for money laundering.
- He used his company as a front to hide his gambling debts.
- The nice neighborhood was a front for a drug operation.
5
a group of people or organizations working together for a common political goal
- The democratic front rallied for free elections.
- The workers’ front called for fair wages and better working conditions.
- Several political parties joined the front to oppose the government's new policy.
- The left-wing front gained significant support in the region.
- The nationalist front focused on advocating for the rights of indigenous people.
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the point where two air masses of different temperatures meet
- The weather forecast predicted thunderstorms as a cold front was expected to move through the region.
- A warm front brought unseasonably high temperatures and humidity to the area.
- Meteorologists tracked the approaching front, which was likely to cause severe weather conditions.
- The sudden drop in temperature indicated the passage of a cold front, bringing cooler, drier air.
- As the front stalled over the city, it led to prolonged periods of rain and unsettled weather.
7
a specific area or aspect of activity or concern, often used to describe different fields or domains of focus
- There's been a lot of progress on the environmental front lately.
- On the technology front, the company has made significant advancements.
- The team is working hard on the marketing front to increase brand awareness.
- There was a breakthrough on the healthcare front that could change treatment methods.
- On the political front, negotiations are still ongoing between the parties.
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the display of self-assurance or audacity, often in a way that might seem exaggerated
- She walked into the room with so much front, as if she owned the place.
- His front during the meeting was impressive, but I could tell he was nervous inside.
- The actor's front on stage made him a captivating presence.
- Don't mistake his front for arrogance; he's just trying to seem confident.
- Despite the difficult situation, she maintained a front of calm and control.
9
the part of the head, particularly the area from the eyes up to the hairline
- She wiped the sweat from her front after the long run.
- His front was covered with a worried expression as he listened to the news.
- The baby smiled, showing the tiny dimples on her front.
- He touched his front nervously before stepping onto the stage.
- She ran her fingers through her hair, brushing it back from her front.