lead on
Example Sentences
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Negron sang lead on “One” and “Joy to the World,” among other tunes.
From Los Angeles Times
Turing has taken the lead on that challenge.
From Literature
The Trojans flew out to an early lead on the heels of their three-point shooting, which had largely failed them since the start of Big Ten play.
From Los Angeles Times
If someone prefers something different, they should take the lead on figuring it out.
From MarketWatch
The more experienced man made the better start, breaking Tien for a 4-2 lead on the way to clinching the first set.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
