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 By incorporating cutting-edge research into its military applications, the company is positioning itself at the forefront of national defense technology. Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2025 Giant sculptures served as a stunning backdrop, while a solid collection of upscaled basics were displayed at the forefront. Rhonda Richford, WWD, 14 Mar. 2025 Water purification technologies offer a unique fusion of profitability and purpose, positioning forward-thinking investors at the forefront of a global movement toward cleaner, more sustainable water. Sahit Muja, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 For vegan gastronomy, Oakland’s Millennium Restaurant has been at the forefront for two decades and remains popular with all kinds of eaters. Visit California, AFAR Media, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for forefront

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“Forefront.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forefront. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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