upfront
வெளிப்படையான
definition
adverb
I was sitting up front
at the front; in front.
the salesmen are paid commission up front
(of a payment) in advance.
adjective
he'd been upfront about his intentions
bold, honest, and frank.
The next day, O'Brien's solicitor sent a letter to another lawyer saying that the options being looked at by the department were either to have no upfront payment, or a maximum cap.
(of a payment) made in advance.
example
This is the Prime Minister who is open, 'upfront' , and accessible.
If every candidate was this 'upfront' , the whole election process would be much more streamlined and less vicious.
We may not agree with her philosophy in life, but at least she's honest, and 'upfront' with her views.
Some credit-card firms have started charging 'upfront' fees to cardholders who wish to transfer balances from other cards.
We are straightforward and 'upfront' about the cost of our policies and how we would pay for them.
There is a 3 per cent 'upfront' brokerage fee in addition to an annual 1.5 per cent management charge.
The next day, O'Brien's solicitor sent a letter to another lawyer saying that the options being looked at by the department were either to have no 'upfront' payment, or a maximum cap.
The Icelandic airline that flew passengers for collapsed tour operator JetGreen secured a substantial 'upfront' payment and security deposit from the firm.
The minister has now given strong indications that he intends to propose a move to an Australian-type system of long-term loans or deferred payments, rather than a return to 'upfront' fees.
Barbara Stickney, 52, landlady of The Phoenix Inn, George Street, said she was left without her bestselling Fosters Lager for two days when she was slightly late with an 'upfront' payment.
A long, black, steel gate positioned 'upfront' served as the only entrance into the large, theater-looking edifice.
They are not cheap compared with traditional funds, which are moving towards abolishing 'upfront' fees.
That is a very serious matter, and I believe the Government owes it to its people to be honest and 'upfront' .
I happen to know a cop personally, and she is (as far as I know) an honest and 'upfront' person on and off the job.
The European deal should be worth a six-figure sum to the company, which will charge a small 'upfront' fee and take a share of the revenue from every message sent by people playing the quiz game.
As you navigate this week's issue, you'll see a new 'upfront' section and expanded coverage of style, health and beauty and tech.
She would have gone and sat by herself in the front, but it was so cold 'upfront' .
But they were very honest and 'upfront' about the conditions of moviemaking.
They were asked to support one another, to have conversations even when they were uncomfortable, and to be honest and 'upfront' at all times.
However, many suppliers required payment 'upfront' , which caused cashflow problems.
The company, Ventracor, is 'upfront' about its intentions.
And of course - I mean, they're very 'upfront' about this.
Somehow the moral do-gooders need to be by passed and honest, 'upfront' information needs to be given at the right time.
We know where they're coming from, and they are at least 'up front' about it.
We controlled the game 'up front' against a team that prides itself on being strong and physical.
Payment is 'up front' and there is a choice between a damage waiver or a security deposit.
At the moment, I think the strongest section of our squad would be 'up front' .
He has recently moved back 'up front' , scoring twice in City's last four games.
The player is capable of inspiring his team and can play either in midfield or 'up front' .
He can play 'up front' or across the midfield and will add an extra bite to the team and our performances.
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