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Fronting
Used when calling out someone for displaying false bravado.
Literal Meaning
Being in the front position; at or toward the front
Actual Meaning
Pretending, being fake, acting tough when you're not
Examples in Context

'Stop fronting.' (Translation: Stop being fake/pretending)

Helpful Tips
  • 1NYC/hip hop origin
  • 2Being inauthentic
  • 3Posing
Phrase Thesaurus
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faking
pretending
showboating
posturing
acting tough
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