lead on
Example Sentences
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Blanchett, who takes the lead on his family’s investment decisions, could sell to pay tuition for his four children.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
Pegula, 32, took a 4-0 lead on her way to the first set, but Rybakina rallied and hit 15 aces and saved eight of 10 break points to come through.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
When Boston went to work on a new album, “Life, Love & Hope,” featuring vocals from Delp and others, DeCarlo sang lead on the title track and contributed to others.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
Penge, Bridgeman and McIlroy were among the four players who emerged from the weather-hit first round sharing the lead on five-under.
From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026
Day couldn’t have gone far—he has less than a half-minute lead on me.
From "Legend" by Marie Lu
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
