lead the way

phrase

: to be the first person to go somewhere

You lead the way, and we'll follow.

—often used figuratively

Their company led the way in developing this technology.

Examples of lead the way in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On just 19 carries, Robinson finished the game with 145 yards rushing and two more touchdowns to help lead the way to a 45-17 thrashing to move to 2-2 on the season. — Scott Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026

On Wall Street, stocks benefiting from the boom around artificial-intelligence technology helped lead the way. — Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

Talented multi-position players — senior running back/kick returner/defensive back Bryce Riley for West Aurora and junior wide receiver/defensive back/returner Semaj Collier for South Elgin – lead the way. — Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026

Still, with new coach Mike Babcock on board and two of the best players in the NHL to lead the way, fans are in a generally good mood. — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

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