spearhead

Example Sentences

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It didn’t take long for Acuña to spearhead an academic revolution he knew was emerging.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Indian stocks had their worst day in nearly two years as risk-off sentiment swept the market, spearhead by escalating fighting in the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Rabada, a generational talent, remains the spearhead and is now complemented by a depth of skill and variety that allows the Proteas to compete in all conditions.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

England pace spearhead Gus Atkinson was Monday ruled out of the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia with a hamstring injury, their third fast bowler to head home early during the series.

From Barron's • Dec. 29, 2025

There was on each page a tiny spearhead in the corner of one section.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer