forefront

noun

fore·​front ˈfȯr-ˌfrənt How to pronounce forefront (audio)
Synonyms of forefrontnext
: the foremost part or place

Examples of forefront in a Sentence

a politician who was in the forefront of women's rights
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So when, in December 2025, thousands of ICE agents descended upon the Twin Cities, initiating two months of unrest and violence, restaurants were not at the forefront of the headlines, but acutely absorbing its impact. David Farley, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026 Campbell on leadership losses and the next wave The whole grit and culture persona this organization lives and breathes doesn’t work the same without a presence like Campbell at the forefront. Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026 The losing coach will also instantly be at the forefront of UNC coaching rumors, while the winner prepares for the biggest game of their lives. Tyler Erzberger, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026 The first half of Simpson’s lone year at Alabama over the first eight games placed him at the forefront of the Heisman Trophy race. Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for forefront

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of forefront was in the 15th century

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“Forefront.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forefront. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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forefront

noun
fore·​front -ˌfrənt How to pronounce forefront (audio)
: the most important part or place

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