English Reference
Idiom idiom

in front of


In a position that is ahead of or facing someone or something.


SIMPLE

“The cat is sitting in front of the door.”

CONTEXTUAL

“She stood in front of the crowd to give her first public speech.”

COMPLEX

“He stood silently in front of the ancient monument, reflecting on the history that had unfolded before him.”

Last updated April 22, 2026