lead on
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Many of today's papers lead on Andy Burnham's first big speech since Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced resignation.
From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026
Berlin will no longer pursue building and ordering the aircraft after failing to resolve a spat between Airbus and Dassault over which should take the lead on its development, a senior German government official said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Hellberg's team had taken the lead on the night and in the tie through Riley McGree's early goal, but after another strong first half, they allowed Ross Stewart to equalise at the end of it.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
The change didn’t work, with Marner extending the lead on his next shot midway through the second period.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
Clarisse La Rue rode in the lead, on a red war chariot pulled by metal horses.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
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