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as in steers
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
an enthusiastic docent led our group through the art museum
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as in commands
to serve as leader of
a senior programmer is leading the team that is developing the new accounting software
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as in guides
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
the salesclerk led us through the maze of options now available to television buyers
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as in principals
the person who has the most important role in a play, movie, or TV show
the actor's career has really taken off since he became the lead in that prime-time drama
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as in distances
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
the runner maintained a lead of several meters all the way around the track
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as in tips
a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert
my sister got a lead on the job opening from her neighbor, who is the human resources director for the company
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as in clues
a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation)
the police are now working on several leads generated by the evidence gathered at the crime scene
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Recent Examples of leads
Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
During this time, the desire for physical warmth, emotional comfort and connection often leads people to seek intimate companionship.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
McCord leads the country in yards, attempts and completions and is tied for fifth with 29 touchdowns.
—J.j. Bailey, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
But this flexibility is not the only reason why Portugal leads my list.
—Alex Recouso, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
The nature of the conversation leads the AI into realms of pattern-matching that now intertwines numerous conflicting considerations.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Jesse Watters, whose evening show leads into Hannity’s, married former Fox News producer Emma DiGiovine in 2019.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 27 Dec. 2024
Interviews with team leads are important to gain clarity into the business needs that are currently being accommodated through unauthorized tool adoption.
—Rajat Bhargava, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
But True enough for you — with these teams coughing up late-inning leads three half-innings in a row, with their postseason lives hanging on every pitch?
—Jayson Stark, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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The Cardinals defense, on the other hand, has kept Murray in games and leads the NFL with 121 splash plays since Week 13.
—Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
During this time, the desire for physical warmth, emotional comfort and connection often leads people to seek intimate companionship.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
McCord leads the country in yards, attempts and completions and is tied for fifth with 29 touchdowns.
—J.j. Bailey, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
But this flexibility is not the only reason why Portugal leads my list.
—Alex Recouso, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
The nature of the conversation leads the AI into realms of pattern-matching that now intertwines numerous conflicting considerations.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Jesse Watters, whose evening show leads into Hannity’s, married former Fox News producer Emma DiGiovine in 2019.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 27 Dec. 2024
Interviews with team leads are important to gain clarity into the business needs that are currently being accommodated through unauthorized tool adoption.
—Rajat Bhargava, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
But True enough for you — with these teams coughing up late-inning leads three half-innings in a row, with their postseason lives hanging on every pitch?
—Jayson Stark, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leads
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Acutely self-aware but nevertheless unapologetic, Vasquez steers his surreal and cynical midnight treasure just to the point of mainstream acceptability here.Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 13 Dec. 2024
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Authentic Brands Group now also steers Muhammad Ali’s and Elvis Presley’s publicity rights.Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 6 Dec. 2024
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While luxury skincare often commands higher price points, affordability and inclusivity are becoming key factors in building a sustainable brand.Lara Devgan, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Suzuki’s cars took off, and today the company’s Indian subsidiary commands around 40 percent of the country’s passenger car market.River Akira Davis, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024
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However, the surge in tourism often accompanies bustling crowds, especially in peak seasons.Jennifer Lee, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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This time around, Madea accompanies her friend Eileen (Anna Maria Horsford) to a small, rural town to visit the latter's daughter, Lacey (Tika Sumpter).Cydney Lee and Kevin Jacobsen Published, EW.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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The reason is the Drake Passage, the channel that extends between the tip of South America and Antarctica’s King George Island, considered one of the roughest bodies of water in the world due to powerful currents unimpeded by any land mass.Laurie Werner, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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The connection extends to the rest of the staff; Golden and special teams coordinator Marty Biagi teach the same fundamentals about ball disruption, so two phases rep the same things.Matt Baker, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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As a former head writer on SNL, Meyers deftly guides the conversation toward craft, while Samberg, Schaffer, and Taccone reflect on their work’s legacy with humility.Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
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When their organization's North Star consistently guides decisions, organizations create a foundation for sustainable, long-term success.Julian Hayes II, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Other founding principals include fellow academicians Andrei Shleifer and Robert Vishny.Charles Rotblut, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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In Vietnam, a global fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) brand worked with local school principals and health workers to promote hygiene practices, integrating these efforts into community health campaigns.Aman Gupta, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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These three tips offer just a peek into the hot intelligence habits of high achievers; habits that, when diligently adopted, can improve personal wellness and increase professional success.Dinorah Nieves, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Implement these tips to build resilience, reduce stress, and secure a debt-free future.True Tamplin, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Kenney’s Happy’s Place guest stint precedes The Conners’ six-episode farewell, which is expected to kick off in March.Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 14 Dec. 2024
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The trade for Tucker probably precedes another move to make room among the outfield corps (Cody Bellinger has been expected to be traded since the offseason started, and he is rumored to be a Yankees target), which would all but cement him as the Cubs’ right fielder next season.Jared Wyllys, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Leads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leads. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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