What are the opposite words for in the rear?

Antonyms for the phrase "in the rear," which means at the back or behind, would be "in the front," "ahead," or "in front of." These terms indicate being at the opposite end of a particular direction or position. To be in the front suggests a place of leadership or importance, whereas being in the rear implies a less desirable position of being in the background. "Ahead" or "in front of" also suggest a sense of progress or moving forward, while "in the rear" can imply being left behind or stagnant. Antonyms for this phrase provide a more positive connotation, suggesting progress and leadership rather than being left behind.

What are the antonyms for In the rear?

• adj.

  • after
  • before
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Famous quotes with In the rear

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• Riding in advance, we passed over one of these great plains; we looked back and saw the line of scattered horsemen stretching for a mile or more; and far in the rear against the horizon, the white wagons creeping slowly along.

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