forehead

Definition of foreheadnext
as in front
a forward part or surface the forehead of the ancient temple features a frieze of dramatically posed figures

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Recent Examples of forehead In fact, one shopper even credits it with improving sagging corners around the mouth and forehead creasing. Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026 While your scalp and forehead may feel a little tight, the overall look is absolutely worth it. Audrey Noble, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026 The holy day got its name from the ashes placed on the believers' foreheads in the shape of a cross. Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026 Ann Michael makes spaghetti with jarred sauce and appears on camera with a shiny forehead and damp hair. Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for forehead
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Noun
  • The lightweight, black satiny nylon jacket featured ruched velvet stripes and a boned ruffle around the neck, a tie belt and a zip front.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
  • The preliminary investigation showed that the front of a Range Rover collided with the front of a Nissan Altima before coming to rest blocking the northbound lanes of the road.
    Steven Yablonski, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Underground work on the plaza is nearly complete and construction on the stairwells and brick facade for the parking garage is on track to be done by June 1, Brodigan said.
    Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Set the scene New Yorkers and return visitors will instantly recognize the nearly 40,000 plants cascading down the 18-story facade, breathing oxygen into the Midtown air.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026

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“Forehead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forehead. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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