commanding lead
Example Sentences
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Perhaps it should no longer be surprising to report that Marx has a commanding lead in the polls over his two opponents, state Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer and state Rep. Scott Bottoms.
From Salon ● Jun. 8, 2026
Jonny Clayton thrashed Luke Humphries 6-1 in the final to claim his second Premier League night of the season and take a commanding lead at the top of the table after six weeks.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2026
With a commanding lead, Glenn stayed safely in the leader’s chair for the entire third group.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 19, 2026
Led by a quietly commanding lead performance by John Turturro, the film also features Steve Buscemi and Giancarlo Esposito in supporting roles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 31, 2026
It wasn’t a commanding lead, though, and it didn’t mean much so early in the race.
From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown
