united front
Americannoun
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a coalition formed to oppose a force that menaces the interests of all the members.
They presented a united front against the enemy.
Example Sentences
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The club had previously put on a united front and insisted they were behind the 43-year-old, appointed last November.
From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2026
A strong, united front could have made this epidemic a manageable outbreak.
From Slate ● Jun. 9, 2026
Even parents who are married can struggle to uphold a united front.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 25, 2026
On Friday, the UAE welcomed efforts by Saudi Arabia to support security in Yemen, as the two Gulf allies sought to present a united front despite backing different sides in the latest clashes.
From Barron's ● Dec. 26, 2025
The prospect of a united front between Africans and Indians, between moderates and radicals, greatly worried them.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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