up front

Example Sentences

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The Netherlands look strong defensively but I am less convinced by them up front.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

J&J became a leader in the field through Legend, securing rights to its drug Carvykti in 2017 for $350 million up front.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

"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

At the assembly, I sit up front with my friends as the principal starts it off and then introduces the video as a Diverse Voices production.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh