up front

Example Sentences

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"We're being up front and honest and transparent from the start," she tells the BBC.

From BBC • May 23, 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

After only 16 months, Mattel sold it for no cash up front and an undisclosed cut of future profits.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 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

Grandpa was sitting up front with me to watch what I did.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns