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as in steered
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front an enthusiastic docent led our group through the art museum
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as in commanded
to serve as leader of a senior programmer is leading the team that is developing the new accounting software
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as in accompanied
to be at the front of the local high school's marching band led the parade
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as in guided
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed the salesclerk led us through the maze of options now available to television buyers
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Recent Examples of led Over his 25-year run, the mechanical engineer has led hardware engineering across Apple’s vast portfolio of products—including AirPods, all generations of iPads, and the latest iPhone release. —
Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026 Two of those went for pick-sixes, which led the league. —Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026 Nick Schmaltz led the Mammoth with two goals. —ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026 Warchocki began as a technology experiment led by entrepreneur Radosław Grzelaczyk, with support from AI developer Bartosz Idzik, who built the system powering the robot’s conversational abilities. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for led
Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026 Two of those went for pick-sixes, which led the league. —Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026 Nick Schmaltz led the Mammoth with two goals. —ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026 Warchocki began as a technology experiment led by entrepreneur Radosław Grzelaczyk, with support from AI developer Bartosz Idzik, who built the system powering the robot’s conversational abilities. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for led
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Officials should also examine whether borrowers of color are being steered into certain mortgage types or face similar barriers in small business and farm loans.— Chase Jordan April 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
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Eixenberger steered Griffin to the moments inside the nightclub before the shooting and her description to Sacramento police at UC Davis Medical Center.— Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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Though an unabashedly liberal Democrat, Hart commanded respect from lawmakers of both parties for his intellect, decency and grit.— John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
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The Sixers commanded the paint in the first, outscoring the Celtics 12-4 in the lane and putting center Neemias Queta in early foul trouble for the second time in three games.— Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
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Hundreds of Russian drones were descending, each the size of a Jet Ski, accompanied by more than a dozen missiles.— Lizzie Johnson, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
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Only an immense draft package could even create a degree of sway, and even then, would have to be accompanied by expiring, non-cap-clogging contracts.— Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
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Last year Payton Tolle’s big league debut was one of the highlights of the season, as the gigantic left-hander with a mustache as big as his personality went toe-to-toe with Pittsburgh Pirates phenom Paul Skenes and struck out eight in a memorable Friday night showdown.— Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
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McDaniels hit just one triple as the Wolves went 9 for 34 from beyond the arc, but 64% from the paint.— Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
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There are also in-room massages, guided hikes through surrounding trails, and sound healing sessions.— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
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Trinity Rodman whipped in a cross that found Leicy Santos, who guided it home.— Asli Pelit, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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After a brief check from Boone and a trainer, Stanton left the field and headed straight for the visiting clubhouse at Daikin Park.— Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
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Portland had 65 points at the break and appeared headed for a big night offensively.— Christian Clark, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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He was preceded in birth order by brothers Virl and Tom, who were born with severe hearing impairment.— Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
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He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Olive Osmond, and his brother Wayne.— Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, after getting completely smothered over the past two nights, the Red Sox offense jolted to life in the second inning and took advantage of a defensive miscue that extended the inning.— Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
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There were two errors and two hits that extended the second inning and Snell was pulled after throwing 32 pitches in all.— Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
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“Led.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/led. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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