lead the way

1. Act as a guide, go in advance of others. For example, We asked Tom to lead the way, since he'd hiked this mountain before . [c. 1200]

2. Be first or most prominent in some field or action, as in Our teacher led the way in finding new methods of teaching algebra . [Late 1600s]

Example Sentences

"We're going to lead the way," he said.

From BBC

Surprisingly a Maher TikTok does not lead the way when it comes to the view count this World Cup.

From BBC

The final report will be delivered to the recreation and parks board of commissioners and then, in a perfect world, someone at City Hall will lead the way and restore pride in an essential but neglected community asset.

From Los Angeles Times

Colour-coded AA signs lead the way and car park passes must be displayed.

From BBC

The Originals stay fifth with one win and two defeats from their first three matches - already eight points behind Spirit who lead the way.

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