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front and center

idiom
Meaning

A command to approach the center of attention of an assemblage, as of military personnel or students.


Examples
SIMPLE

Put the most important photos front and center on the wall.

CONTEXTUAL

The teacher asked the student to come front and center to explain the project to the class.

COMPLEX

The director placed the lead actor front and center, ensuring the audience focused entirely on his dramatic monologue.

Anchors to
Related idioms7entries
  1. 01

    center field

    A central role in some activity that requires speed.

  2. 02

    dead center

    The exact center.

  3. 03

    front of mind

    Synonym of top of mind.

  4. 04

    front runner

    Any of the most likely winners in a contest, election, etc.

  5. 05

    put one foot in front of the other

    To move forward, progress steadily.

  6. 06

    take the front seat

    to take priority

  7. 07

    up front

    Open, honest; tending to disclose information; truthful.

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