lead the way
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lead the way
verb leads the way · leading the way · led the way
- To proceed first in a journey, procession, etc., so that others can follow.
- To act as a guide or pioneer. The native-born and the "naturalised" locomotives have been giving way to the standardised types, of which the L.M.S.R. class "5" 4-6-0 has led the way and has penetrated the furthest.
Opposite: bring up the rear
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verb
Opposite: bring up the rear
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verb to go first
| Español | guiar, ir adelante / primero, te sigo |
|---|---|
| Русский | веду́щий vedúščij |
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title = {lead the way},
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