Definitions

lead the way

VERB

blaze a trail

Synonyms

WEAK

pilot spearhead

VERB

break the ice

Synonyms

WEAK

be friendly and talkative break ground cut the first turf get one's feet wet lay the first stone lead off make a start oil the works open the way pave the way set at ease smooth the path socialize start start the ball rolling take the plunge

VERB

head

Synonyms

STRONGEST

command control direct guide lead run

STRONG

address dominate govern pioneer precede rule supervise

WEAK

be first be in charge go first hold sway over

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abandon follow misguide mislead neglect obey

STRONG

serve submit surrender yield

Example Sentences

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Since Scheffler burst onto the scene in 2022, his 20 wins on the PGA Tour lead the way, with McIlroy sitting in second with 10 over that span.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

While the sector doesn’t have to lead the way, history says that, at the least, they have to participate in rallies, according to Brown.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

Strange added: "The Met Office is the UK's most trusted weather authority and in a unique position to help lead the way on clearer forecasting so other apps follow their leads."

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

The Trojans eventually settled in on offense, but their stifling defense would lead the way throughout.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

I signaled for her to lead the way.

From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben

lead the way

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