up front

Example Sentences

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The U.S. is seeking clearer commitments from Iran about its nuclear program up front, while Iranian negotiators are pressing for details from the U.S. about relief from sanctions and asset freezes, mediators said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Big banks have already been acquiescing to Musk’s unusual demands, including paying up front for Grok subscriptions, thus juicing SpaceX’s flagging A.I. revenue.

From Slate • May 15, 2026

Allen will pay $20 million in cash up front, with the remaining $100 million due in five years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Ecuador were up next in the last 16, with Rooney alone up front, and it came down to a trademark free-kick from Beckham to win the match, a moment of individual brilliance.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

“It was jam-packed, and the people up front were singing along to all the lyrics. It tripped me out.”

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell