spearheaded

[speer-hed-id] / ˈspɪərˌhɛd ɪd /

VERB

lead, start

Synonyms

STRONGEST

initiate launch prompt spur

STRONG

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

WEAK

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

Antonyms

STRONGEST

end finish stop

STRONG

discourage dissuade leave misguide mislead neglect result

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spearheaded

Proposition TE was spearheaded by Park, whose district includes Pacific Palisades.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

The new America.gov website was spearheaded by U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

Earlier this year he spearheaded a consortium who attempted to acquire a controlling stake in his former club Sevilla but the bid failed.

From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026

Diplomatic efforts, spearheaded by mediators including Pakistan and Qatar, have tried for months to bring an end to the war.

From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026

Then it came to the forefront again, spearheaded by a total stranger.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger