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leading lady

[lee-ding] / ˈli dɪŋ /
NOUN
female star of production
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That vibe is something the film's leading lady agrees with, despite Glasgow's film appearances often being due to it looking Gothic.

From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026

But it also leaves one realizing that “A Private Life,” despite the commanding leading lady holding its center, is a bit mixed up by design.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 16, 2026

Though Kelly is not nearly as funny as Cameron Diaz in “The Holiday,” she’s a leading lady both radiant and relatable.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 3, 2025

Crawford’s rise from chorus line to leading lady was driven by the actress’s commitment to her movie-star dreams.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 21, 2025

Meanwhile, Booth passes within inches of leading lady Laura Keene as he limps off the stage.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly


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