lead by example

idiom

: to act in a way that shows others how to act

When it comes to hard work, she chooses to lead by example.

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Also helpful is the kind of peer pressure among veterans who lead by example in terms of getting the proper amount of rest and recovery. —

Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024 As one of few pre-eminent Black designers, Blackwood represents changemakers who lead by example with fearlessness, innovation, and a steadfast embrace of inclusivity. —

Elaine Welteroth, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024 Even very senior leaders lead by example by reviewing the quality of basic inflight services in their executive meetings. —

Stefan Steinle, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024 By combining educational efforts with actionable sustainability measures, our district can lead by example, inspire students, and contribute to fight against climate change. —

Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lead by example

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