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the leading or most important part of a movement
an activist who is on the leading edge of the fight for equal marriage rights
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Recent Examples of leading edge
Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 17 Jan. 2025
International students that have been the leading edge of, for example, medical research in this country for years will have other institutions to turn to.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 17 Jan. 2025
Contributor As technology ventures deeper into realms once reserved for science fiction, Clone Robotics is operating at the leading edge of an emerging and, some might say, provocative field: synthetic human development.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
Of course, the only way to stay on the leading edge of Gen Z’s evolving purchasing habits is to gain invaluable insights into Gen Z’s changing preferences, pain points, and aspirations.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Minneapolis has been on the leading edge of police reform since the killing of George Floyd in 2020.
—Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 17 Jan. 2025
International students that have been the leading edge of, for example, medical research in this country for years will have other institutions to turn to.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 17 Jan. 2025
Contributor As technology ventures deeper into realms once reserved for science fiction, Clone Robotics is operating at the leading edge of an emerging and, some might say, provocative field: synthetic human development.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
Of course, the only way to stay on the leading edge of Gen Z’s evolving purchasing habits is to gain invaluable insights into Gen Z’s changing preferences, pain points, and aspirations.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leading edge
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But sources emphasized that the federation’s role in the presentation was largely driven by its efforts to support the financially struggling coaches’ group, which has been at the forefront of previous efforts advocating for the two-semester model.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
23 Feb. 2025
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Beyond genres, tech and innovation are also at the forefront of format development.—
Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Feb. 2025
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Outside of its minimalist design, the piece measures 13.5 inches high and is made from solid wood for a look that pairs well with any home style, especially the rustic modern farmhouse aesthetic.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2025
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Presenting extraordinary eyewear collections, that highlight the fusion of traditional craftsmanship with modern design aesthetics.—
Thomas Waller,
WWD,
19 Feb. 2025
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The shooting happened the day before the fifth anniversary of the Parkland, Florida, school shooting that killed 17 and is the latest in what has become a deadly new year in the U.S.—
Joey Cappelletti and Mike Householder,
Anchorage Daily News,
15 Feb. 2023
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The video is the latest in a lengthy stream of controversies the probation department has faced in recent years.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2023
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Singalong 2025 with Phil Wickham Oakdale Theatre, 95 S. Turnpike Road, Wallingford The contemporary Christian singer-songwriter Phil Wickham is at The Oakdale with Cody Carnes and Kristian Stanfill.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2025
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The same lines were applied, inexplicably, to Jaguar’s compact X-Type sedan in 2001, which was meant to rival BMW’s cool, contemporary 3-Series.—
Ben Oliver,
Robb Report,
1 Mar. 2025
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Anyone who’s watched baseball on television in recent years will be familiar with the faint, rectangular box that appears in front of the batter.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
21 Feb. 2025
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The 27-track album became a huge catalyst for the recent spotlight on Black country artists and the genre's roots.—
Caché McClay,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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That’s because Seattle is the only one of the current MLB teams to never get to a World Series.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Subscribe to the free Vintage Chicago Tribune newsletter, join our Chicagoland history Facebook group, stay current with Today in Chicago History and follow us on Instagram for more from Chicago’s past.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2025
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Wide receiver Deebo Samuel is the Washington Commanders' newest offensive weapon.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Breaking through entails navigating a thicket of customer perceptions, expectations, and a general reluctance to try something new when the existing solution feels sufficient.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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President Donald Trump’s dramatic surprise announcement giving priority to an advanced missile defense to protect the United States continues to generate debate.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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For the past several months, large tech companies invested heavily in data centers, spending billions to compete with each other in the race to develop the most advanced artificial intelligence products.—
Julie Coleman,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Leading edge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leading%20edge. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.
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