spearhead

Example Sentences

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It didn’t take long for Acuña to spearhead an academic revolution he knew was emerging.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Indian stocks had their worst day in nearly two years as risk-off sentiment swept the market, spearhead by escalating fighting in the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Localities would have new incentives to spearhead more homebuilding themselves.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Rabada, a generational talent, remains the spearhead and is now complemented by a depth of skill and variety that allows the Proteas to compete in all conditions.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

Its hallmark was the “Clovis point,” a four-inch spearhead with a slightly cut-in, concave tail; in silhouette, the points somewhat resemble those goldfish-shaped cocktail crackers.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann