forefront

noun

fore·​front ˈfȯr-ˌfrənt How to pronounce forefront (audio)
: 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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The Path Forward The aviation industry has always been at the forefront of technological innovation. Stoyan Mitov, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025 Notably, accessibility and aging is at the forefront of its place design. Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2025 The demarcation between the professional and the personal has always been at forefront of our thinking when writing the show. Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 29 May 2025 By doing so, the conference aims to improve its standing and increase its chances of receiving NCAA tournament invitations — all with the hopes of reclaiming its place at the forefront of college basketball’s elite. Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for forefront

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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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 5 Jun. 2025.

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forefront

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

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