trailblazer
noun
trail·blaz·er
ˈtrāl-ˌblā-zər 
1
: pioneer sense 2
a trailblazer in astrophysics
2
: one that blazes a trail to guide others : pathfinder
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The event honored legends, visionaries, and trailblazers in Black American music.
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 3 June 2024
Truth is, there’s a lot of sleaze out there, and politicians seem to be trailblazers at slinging it.
—Patrick Wallis, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2024
Lucy Liu is being honored as a trailblazer in Hollywood.
—Lawrence Yee, Peoplemag, 12 May 2024
Looking over at the illustrious guests and honorees seated next to current students and alumni made the night even more special as the school’s attempt to connect students to other trailblazers ensures their futures are bright.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 22 May 2024
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 3 June 2024
Truth is, there’s a lot of sleaze out there, and politicians seem to be trailblazers at slinging it.
—Patrick Wallis, Baltimore Sun, 24 May 2024
Lucy Liu is being honored as a trailblazer in Hollywood.
—Lawrence Yee, Peoplemag, 12 May 2024
Looking over at the illustrious guests and honorees seated next to current students and alumni made the night even more special as the school’s attempt to connect students to other trailblazers ensures their futures are bright.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 22 May 2024
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trailblazer
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trail·blaz·er
ˈtrā(ə)l-ˌblā-zər
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