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Lead
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Simple meaning
What does Lead mean?
Lead means to guide others or be in front.
Dictionary definition
To guide or go first; also, the position of being ahead.
Example sentences
Lead in a sentence
easy
The teacher will lead the line to the gym.
medium
A good captain can lead the team with respect.
hard
Strong evidence should lead readers toward a reasonable conclusion.
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Lead word family
Base word
lead
verb
lead
To guide or go first.
verb
leads
Guides now or often.
verb
leading
Guiding now.
verb
led
Past tense of lead.
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Practice 1
What does lead mean?
Lead means to guide others or be in front
Practice 2
Which word is an antonym of lead?
Follow is an opposite when lead means go first or guide.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses lead correctly?
This sentence uses lead as a verb meaning guide.
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