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sea front

American  

noun

  1. an area, including buildings, along the edge of the sea; waterfront.


Etymology

Origin of sea front

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

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He said residents want to see the changes reversed "back to the sea front that we all loved and enjoyed before this monstrosity happened".

From BBC Apr. 2, 2023

The restaurant is located in Khaldiya, a district close to the sea front.

From Reuters May 23, 2022

When we meet him in a hotel bar on Hastings sea front, he is full of enthusiasm for the upcoming election.

From BBC Nov. 17, 2019

A stroll along the heart of the sea front today hardly evinces the romance of Webb’s song.

From The Guardian Aug. 12, 2017

There was a light on the sea front outside shining straight up into the room, and in the glow reflected from the ceiling she looked down at the sleeping boy.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman

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