in front
phrase
1
: in a forward position : in an area at the front of something (such as a car, airplane, theater, etc.)
We took turns sitting in front.
2
: in the leading position in a race or competition
—often used after out
She's still in front, but the other runners are catching up to her.
She's still out in front.
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“In front.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/in%20front. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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