to the fore

phrase

: in or into a position of prominence : forward

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There were only a handful of inaugural outings this time round, but sophomore shows from those appointed last season brought plenty of ideas to the fore, including an abundance of ready-to-wear and bag trends. — Alice Cary, Vogue, 13 July 2026 Replacing the 1960s era Union Carbide Building, the tower has come to the fore not just for its scale and sustainable features, but also for the design language shaping its interiors — a story in which Italy’s Molteni Group is now staking a claim. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 13 July 2026 This dirty sheriff’s a little rattled, having been properly sized up by a private investigator he’s been told to leave alone (as evidenced by the quiet turning of his watch to the fore of his wrist). — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 10 July 2026 In 2020 the book was adapted into an HBO documentary film of the same name, bringing Gerardi’s memory and Goldman’s accusations back to the fore. — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for to the fore

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“To the fore.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20the%20fore. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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