Definitions

in front of

ADVERB

onward/onwards

Synonyms

WEAK

alee along forth forward in front on on ahead

Antonyms

WEAK

backward backwards

PREPOSITION

before

Synonyms

STRONGEST

since

WEAK

ahead of ante antecedent to anterior to ere in advance of preceding previous to prior to

Antonyms

WEAK

after afterward behind later

PREPOSITION

Synonyms

WEAK

before on over prior to upon

Example Sentences

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On the way out, a member of McGregor’s posse briefly collapsed in front of me before being rallied by his friends.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

To study WASP-94A b, scientists observed the planet as it crossed in front of its host star.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

‘I feel like I’m living a lie’: My husband and I pretend we’re strapped for cash in front of friends.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

The actor then approaches the crowd to sign various items held out in front of him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

She looked down at it, her claws held stiffly in front of her.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman