front foot
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of front foot
An Americanism dating back to 1805–15
Example Sentences
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"Going into the next decade, we need to be clear-eyed about that and become stronger and more on the front foot about challenging that," he said.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
As you punch the opposite arm, shift 60% of your weight forward into the front foot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
They were the worst version of themselves at the worst time, which was so weird from a team that had been on its front foot from the first whistle against Paraguay.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
Gold was poised to end a volatile week on the front foot after cooler-than-expected U.S. jobs data eased investors’ rate-hike expectations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
I kick the overturned tub toward her other front foot.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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