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forefront

noun

ˈfȯr-ˌfrənt

Definition of forefront

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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Recent Examples of forefront Coker knows winning, rather than comparisons to McCaffrey, is at the forefront of Hubbard’s mind. — Will Dehmel october 2, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026 In this discussion, taxation and revenue are often at the forefront of everyone’s minds. — Jonathan Caulkins, The Conversation, 30 Sep. 2026 Ecologist Muhammad Azmi Abdul Wahab is at the forefront of a sea change in coral-reef restoration. — Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 30 Sep. 2026 In today’s healthcare landscape, convenience is at the forefront. — Jay Feldstein, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for forefront

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vanguard

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The masthead means to identify vanguard critics, poets, and authors for a lively new readership.

— Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 30 Sep. 2026
Madonna, host Snoop Dogg and this year’s video vanguard recipient Nirvana also have strong appeal to an older demo.

— Paul Grein, Billboard, 22 Sep. 2026

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