front and center

Idioms  

1. In the most prominent position, as in You couldn't miss John—he was front and center in that presentation. This expression alludes to the best and usually most expensive seats in a theater.

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front and center

She released “It’s a Heartache” in 1977 with her raspy voice front and center.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026

Communications professionals, previously relegated to the periphery, are now front and center in the C-suite, partly emboldened by CEOs’ fears that even the smallest misstep can swiftly balloon into a corporate disaster.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 8, 2026

While analysts expect pushback from targeted countries, they aren’t expecting much in the shape of action that would put trade war risks back front and center for investors.

From Barron's ● Jun. 3, 2026

The prior month, though, in El Salvador, Suozzi and other Democrats were front and center at Bukele’s breakfast.

From Salon ● May 29, 2026

She strode off with a cackle, to claim her spot front and center.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith