leading edge

[lee-ding] / ˈli dɪŋ /

NOUN

forward edge

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cutting edge forefront vanguard

WEAK

front front edge point state-of-the-art van

ADJECTIVE

most highly advanced

Synonyms

STRONG

advanced avant-garde contemporary creative current cutting-edge groundbreaking innovative latter-day modern synchronic ultramodern up-to-the-minute

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Unyx 07 sedan—the first of over 20 new models planned this year—though analysts note these vehicles still lag behind the leading edge of Chinese automotive technology.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The leading edge represents the planet's morning side, where atmospheric winds carry air from the cooler night side toward the intensely hot day side.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

Alberto Carvalho introduced “Ed” the AI chatbot amid fanfare in March 2024, touting a revolutionary tool that would put the district at the leading edge of school technology.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Boston Scientific is at the leading edge of technological advancement.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

He glanced up and was alarmed at how close the leading edge of the circle had come.

From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner

leading edge

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