front and center
A command to approach the center of attention of an assemblage, as of military personnel or students.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Put the most important photos front and center on the wall.”
“The teacher asked the student to come front and center to explain the project to the class.”
“The director placed the lead actor front and center, ensuring the audience focused entirely on his dramatic monologue.”
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center field
A central role in some activity that requires speed.
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dead center
The exact center.
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front of mind
Synonym of top of mind.
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front runner
Any of the most likely winners in a contest, election, etc.
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put one foot in front of the other
To move forward, progress steadily.
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take the front seat
to take priority
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up front
Open, honest; tending to disclose information; truthful.
Last updated August 10, 2026