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

Raman had a commanding lead in a field of five major candidates, with 33% of voters supporting her, while Bass trailed at 17%.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 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

Instead of having a commanding lead in the title battle, Arsenal are now just four points clear of second-placed Manchester City and third-placed Aston Villa, who won 2-0 at Newcastle on Sunday.

From Barron's • Jan. 25, 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