upfront

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Buyers have a better chance of success when asking for concessions that lower their upfront costs or monthly payments on homes listed for 30 days or longer, she noted.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

“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

InSilico will receive an upfront payment of $115 million, and is eligible for additional milestone payments that could put the total deal value at about $2.75 billion, it said in a filing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 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

“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