lead on
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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He got a two-step lead on rookie corner Collin Wright on a long pass from Lance, yet couldn’t cash in.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Belfort, the clinical lead on the trial, had previously pioneered a similar surgical procedure in the womb on babies with spina bifida.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
Until this week, states like Michigan had largely taken the lead on tracking cases.
From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026
It didn’t work, however, with Belgium expanding its lead on a major gaffe from U.S. keeper Matt Freese in the 57th minute.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
Annabeth looked like she wanted to argue, but she waved at Rachel to lead on.
From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan
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