lead (n):the playing of a card to start a trick in bridgeSamplesthe lead was in the dummy lead (n):a position of leadership (especially in the phrase `take the lead')Sampleshe takes the lead in any group.
we were just waiting for someone to take the lead.
they didn't follow our lead lead (n):a jumper that consists of a short piece of wireSamplesit was a tangle of jumper cables and clip leads lead (n):mixture of graphite with clay in different degrees of hardness; the marking substance in a pencil lead (n):thin strip of metal used to separate lines of type in printing lead (n):restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal Related Words: leash, tether lead (n):the timing of ignition relative to the position of the piston in an internal-combustion engine lead (n):an advantage held by a competitor in a raceSampleshe took the lead at the last turn lead (n):evidence pointing to a possible solutionSamplesthe police are following a promising lead.
the trail led straight to the perpetrator Related Word: track lead (n):the introductory section of a storySamplesit was an amusing lead-in to a very serious matter lead (n):a news story of major importance lead (n):an indication of potential opportunitySampleshe got a tip on the stock market.
a good lead for a job Related Words: hint, steer, tip lead (n):(baseball) the position taken by a base runner preparing to advance to the next baseSampleshe took a long lead off first lead (n):an actor who plays a principal role Related Word: star lead (n):the angle between the direction a gun is aimed and the position of a moving target (correcting for the flight time of the missile) lead (n):(sports) the score by which a team or individual is winning lead (n):a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull greySamplesthe children were playing with lead soldiers lead (v):cause to undertake a certain actionSamplesHer greed led her to forge the checks lead (v):preside overSamplesJohn moderated the discussion Related Words: chair, moderate lead (v):lead, as in the performance of a compositionSamplesconduct an orchestra; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years Related Words: conduct, direct lead (v):move ahead (of others) in time or space Related Word: precede lead (v):travel in front of; go in advance of othersSamplesThe procession was headed by John Related Words: head lead (v):take somebody somewhereSamplesWe lead him to our chief.
can you take me to the main entrance?
He conducted us to the palace Related Words: guide lead (v):be in charge ofSamplesWho is heading this project? Related Words: head lead (v):be conducive toSamplesThe use of computers in the classroom lead to better writing Related Words: conduce, contribute lead (v):have as a result or residueSamplesThe water left a mark on the silk dress.
Her blood left a stain on the napkin Related Word: result lead (v):tend to or result inSamplesThis remark lead to further arguments among the guests lead (v):stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain pointSamplesService runs all the way to Cranbury.
His knowledge doesn't go very far.
My memory extends back to my fourth year of life.
The facts extend beyond a consideration of her personal assets Related Words: extend, run lead (v):lead, extend, or afford accessSamplesThis door goes to the basement.
The road runs South lead (v):cause something to pass or lead somewhereSamplesRun the wire behind the cabinet lead (v):be ahead of others; be the firstSamplesshe topped her class every year Related Word: top
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It's not over until the fat lady sings
Dereyi görmeden paçaları sıvama.
one should not assume the outcome of some activity (e.g. a sporting contest) until it has actually finished.
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