What does front burner mean?
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front burn·er
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front burnernoun
top priority
"the work was moved to the front burner in order to meet deadlines"
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front burner
A front burner is a term used metaphorically to refer to a situation, task, or issue that is considered of immediate or top priority and needs attention or action before others. It originates from the literal front burner of a stove where food cooks faster or is given more attention. It is often used in contrasts to "back burner" which refers to lesser priority tasks or issues.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of front burner in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of front burner in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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