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

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Most legal experts believe he is likely to lead the way with any move to block the merger.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

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

Why does Scotland lead the way on football headers?

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Russell sighed and turned his palm up for me to lead the way.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu

lead the way

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