upfront

Example Sentences

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“I was asking her very thoughtful questions and she was being very upfront and transparent, so I felt like this was like a really great episode to start with.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Earlier, Novartis struck a deal to acquire a breast-cancer drug from Synnovation Therapeutics for $2 billion upfront, while Merck acquired the cancer biotech Terns Pharmaceuticals for $5.7 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Supporters of the scheme point out, however, that small businesses may be less likely to employ a disabled person if they have to spend money upfront on special desks or chairs, for instance.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

To keep upfront costs down, consider using an already unlocked phone, suggests Chip Lupo, a representative from WalletHub.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

“Was that yours? The undertaker wouldn’t take poor Rose without having half the cost upfront, and I knew that Rose kept some petty cash here for the household.”

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland