lead on
Example Sentences
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Loughnane led on the George Boughey-trained Invited heading into the home straight and found enough to hold off a late challenge from Hitched.
From BBC
With private investment subdued, SOEs have taken the lead on capital expenditure in energy, transport, utilities, and advanced manufacturing.
From Barron's
South Africa began the second period aggressively and regained the lead on 50 minutes through Burnley striker Lyle Foster, for whom it was a second goal of the tournament.
From Barron's
"People need the opportunity to get out, to clubs, to discos, to meet their friends and then that will hopefully lead on to romantic relationships," said Wayne.
From BBC
The Coast Guard has taken the lead on the seizures so far, indicating that the actions are a law-enforcement operation rather than a military blockade.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
