guide
verb (used with object)
to assist (a person) to travel through, or reach a destination in, an unfamiliar area, as by accompanying or giving directions to the person.
had guided
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past perfectof guide.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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Simon had guided the show to spectacular heights, overseeing a 9% increase in ratings during a year with negative headlines and leading an expansion that garnered 2.5 billion video views across social platforms.
From Salon ● Jun. 1, 2026
The company had guided to an adjusted loss of between $21 million and $27 million.
From MarketWatch ● May 7, 2026
The German chemicals company had guided for a low-single-digit organic sales decline in the first three months of the year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
Deputy Luce said economic advice and responses to the consultation had guided his decision.
From BBC ● Apr. 3, 2026
His sonar had guided him to an uncovered spot in the floor.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
