Pronunciation: /liːd/
noun a position at the forefront of a process or activity
A1 The tour guide held the lead as the group walked through the museum.
A2 The detective followed the lead to uncover the truth behind the crime.
B1 The project manager took the lead in organizing the team's tasks.
B2 The CEO's vision and strategic planning skills helped her lead the company to success.
C1 The professor's groundbreaking research in the field of physics has established her as a leading expert.
C2 His exceptional leadership qualities have enabled him to lead his team to achieve remarkable results.
verb to guide or direct in a course
A1 She leads the team in the dance competition.
A2 The tour guide will lead us through the ancient ruins.
B1 His dedication and hard work led him to a promotion at work.
B2 The investigation eventually led to the arrest of the suspect.
C1 The CEO's innovative ideas have led the company to great success.
C2 Her exceptional leadership skills have led to significant improvements in the organization.
formal The CEO's main responsibility is to lead the company to success.
informal I can lead the team to victory if we work together.
slang She's the one who always leads the pack in our group.
figurative His passion for music will always lead him to follow his dreams.
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