spearhead

Definition for spearhead

verb as in lead, start

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Strong matches

bring, cause, direct, guide, head, helm, influence, introduce, motivate, move, originate, persuade, pioneer, produce, quarterback, shepherd

Weak matches

bring on, get the jump on, go out in front, run things, trail-blaze

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He also spearheaded the construction of the most technologically advanced and environmentally friendly arena in sports — the $2-billion Intuit Dome that opened a year ago to rave reviews.

From Los Angeles Times

It has been claimed to BBC Sport that Earick was approached to issue the statement to the London Stock Exchange following a report in a national newspaper that claimed he was spearheading a takeover bid.

From BBC

The occasional cut to Yul Vazquez as the fire chief spearheading rescue efforts, however, is this movie’s barometer of increasingly bad news.

From Los Angeles Times

White is spearheading a push to amend the act, which does not apply to MMA, allowing the UFC to make their own world titles.

From BBC

Nevertheless, BurnBot has caught the eyes of the departments and organizations spearheading wildfire mitigation in California.

From Los Angeles Times

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