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Definition for leading

adjective as in chief, superior

Strongest matches

best, dominant, famous, main, noted, outstanding, popular, preeminent, principal, prominent, top, well-known

Strong matches

arch, champion, dominating, first, governing, inaugural, initial, premier, primary, ruling

Weak matches

foremost, greatest, headmost, highest, notorious, number one, stellar

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Example Sentences

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The automated hacks weren’t capable of being fully autonomous, with so-called AI hallucinations leading to mistakes.

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The deal faced regulatory scrutiny earlier this year, leading both Synopsys and Ansys to divest certain assets to address competition concerns.

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Or regularly reinvent yourself to be on the leading edge.

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“This is something no other Hard Rock Cafe has ... a restaurant within a restaurant,” said Kelley, leading a tour in the days before opening.

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In the days leading up to his murder, Webley posted on social media daring his rivals to come and get him.

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