as in vanguard
the leading or most important part of a movement
a politician who was in the forefront of women's rights
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Robinson is also a key stylist who is a part of the ensemble of individuals who are at the forefront of news-worthy tunnel outfits.
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
At the forefront of the race is Jenniffer González, the candidate from the pro-statehood New Progressive Party (NPP).
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Yet, in addition to all of this beauty, there’s a battle to preserve the delicate balance of Kenya’s ecosystems; and at the forefront of this challenge stand a group of remarkable women.
—Venetia Martin, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
Logan always has the student body's best interest at the forefront of his thinking and strives to make creative decisions that are best for all students.
—Rebecca Loroff, Journal Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
At the forefront of the race is Jenniffer González, the candidate from the pro-statehood New Progressive Party (NPP).
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Yet, in addition to all of this beauty, there’s a battle to preserve the delicate balance of Kenya’s ecosystems; and at the forefront of this challenge stand a group of remarkable women.
—Venetia Martin, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
Logan always has the student body's best interest at the forefront of his thinking and strives to make creative decisions that are best for all students.
—Rebecca Loroff, Journal Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Forefront.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forefront. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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