front line
The term "front line" has its origins in military language but has extended to various fields such as business and sports.
Definition
B2Military
(technical)The part of an army that is closest to the enemy and first to engage in combat.
Example
- The soldiers on the front line faced the brunt of the attack.
- He was stationed at the front line during the battle.
B2Business
(formal)Employees who interact directly with customers or clients.
Example
- Front line workers are essential for maintaining customer satisfaction.
- She managed a team of front line staff in the retail store.
B2General
(informal)The most advanced or important position in a field or activity.
Example
- Scientists at the front line of cancer research are making groundbreaking discoveries.
- He is at the front line of the tech industry, always innovating.
B2Sports
(informal)The attacking players in a team, particularly in soccer.
Example
- The front line was crucial in securing the team's victory.
- The coach focused on strengthening the front line for the upcoming match.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "front line":
forward lineback linebattle linefront and centerfront rowfront offtop lineline of battlesecond lineleading edgeline of fireup frontenemy linein frontfront endfront runneron the front footon the linein the front rowfiring linefront manfront walladvance guardfront upflight linefront runningcutting edgedown linefront benchline of attackgoal linepoint manpicket line