front-runner
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front–run·ner

noun \ˈfrənt-ˌrə-nər\

Definition of FRONT-RUNNER

1
: a contestant who runs best when in the lead
2
: a leading contestant in or as if in a rivalry or competition <a political front–runner>

First Known Use of FRONT-RUNNER

1914

Rhymes with FRONT-RUNNER

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