as in first
coming before all others in time or order
the leadoff batter
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as in to begin
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
plans to lead off the news conference with a prepared statement
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Recent Examples of leadoff
Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
Alex Verdugo will lead off the bottom of the fourth for the Yanks.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 30 Oct. 2024
With PulteGroup leading off this earnings report season, their negative comments could be a forewarning of more reality adjustments ahead.
—John S. Tobey, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
The Canucks’ woes lead off our look at the midseason concern-o-meter™.
—Shayna Goldman, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Flanked by Hamas militants, the four Israeli soldiers smiled and waved from a stage in Gaza City's Palestine Square before being led off to Red Cross.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 25 Jan. 2025
Alex Verdugo will lead off the bottom of the fourth for the Yanks.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 30 Oct. 2024
With PulteGroup leading off this earnings report season, their negative comments could be a forewarning of more reality adjustments ahead.
—John S. Tobey, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
The Canucks’ woes lead off our look at the midseason concern-o-meter™.
—Shayna Goldman, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leadoff
Adjective
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Maryland trailed 22-15 after the first quarter then trimmed that deficit to just two entering halftime, erasing its slow start by closing the half on a 7-0 run and making its eventual comeback more manageable.—
Taylor Lyons,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2025
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With consumer spending making up about two-thirds of all economic activity in the U.S., the sales numbers indicate a potential weakening in growth for the first quarter.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
17 Feb. 2025
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The Girl Scout Cookie season began on Jan. 7 and typically runs through April, which means Thin Mints and other classics are still available for purchase.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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To define your legacy, begin by reflecting on your core values and what truly matters to you.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Current case numbers include those that occurred between the initial 2018 incident and now, as the outbreak is ongoing. Need a break?—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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Despite the initial fight over the bill, Kemp’s power and influence appear to have won out and advanced the bill.—
Ross O'Keefe,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
22 Feb. 2025
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There are plenty of reasons for optimism with the Patriots including new coach Mike Vrabel and the roster rebuild that could soon commence as a result of the Pats having more cap space than any other team.—
Chad Graff,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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The deal commences with Lionsgate’s 2026 theatrical releases and also includes the studio’s 2025 slate and a commitment for licensing library movies and TV.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
16 Feb. 2025
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And in January 1949, in his inaugural speech at the White House, President Harry Truman laid the groundwork for the first global U.S. foreign aid program.—
Isabelle Mayault,
The Dial,
13 Feb. 2025
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Unrivaled will crown a winner of its inaugural 1-on-1 tournament Friday, the latest innovation from a league already well ahead of its competitors.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2025
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The plan was to slide P.J. Washington to small forward, play Davis at power forward and start either Daniel Gafford or Dereck Lively II at center.—
Christian Clark,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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Start Preparing Now Companies that need to build their own agentic AI solution can start by choosing a platform.—
Rodrigo Madanes,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The maiden voyage of Neoliner Origin, as the ship has been christened, spotlights a new era in environmentally friendly shipping as growing regulatory pressure by governments pushes the maritime sector to cut its climate emissions.—
Nick Nuttall,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Its maiden voyage in January 2027 will surely make a sizable splash in the yachting world.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
20 Feb. 2025
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The film also won best actor for Brody at the BAFTAs, as well as best cinematography and best original score.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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Featuring original songs, the series follows protagonist Jasmine Finch and her bandmates chasing their dreams, and aims to empower kids and families to embrace their true selves.—
Ashley Iasimone,
Billboard,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Leadoff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leadoff. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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