show a front

Frequency: 7.211.2 per million words

To display a certain attitude, often a united or brave one.

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Examples (10)

  • The team tried to show a united front despite internal disagreements.
  • She managed to show a brave front even while dealing with bad news.
  • Executives will show a strong front at the press conference to calm investors.
  • Neighbors gathered to show a common front against the proposed development.
  • He could only show a cheerful front for so long before the worry showed through.
  • They decided to show a unified front in negotiations with management.
  • Politicians often show a confident front while their staff scramble behind the scenes.
  • The siblings chose to show a respectful front at the meeting, despite old conflicts.
  • She knew she had to show a professional front in court, no matter how nervous she felt.
  • Activists show a determined front when they march together for change.