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leading

[lee-ding] / ˈli dɪŋ /


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After all, per-token costs have fallen dramatically due to more efficient hardware and software, while Chinese AI providers have consistently offered cheaper models with capabilities only mildly behind the leading U.S. companies.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The late-night Game 4 lasted nearly three hours, leading some fans to miss the comeback due to early morning commitments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Brook, 27, was involved in a nightclub controversy of his own when he was punched by a bouncer in Wellington in October, the night before leading England in a one-day international against New Zealand.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Here are the leading contenders for full-time roles based on interviews with several sources at CBS News who were not authorized to discuss the matter publicly.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

At the double glass doors leading outside, Mom turns and looks back.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz




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