lead by example
idiom
: to act in a way that shows others how to act
When it comes to hard work, she chooses to lead by example.
Examples of lead by example in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Why students choose Fletcher Fletcher’s faculty lead by example.
—
Foreign Affairs, 23 Oct. 2023
Looking Ahead James Dyson is still brimming with ideas, forging ahead, and aiming to lead by example every day.
—Samantha Conti, WWD, 15 Aug. 2024
Both had equal voices in the dressing room but preferred to lead by example.
—Eduardo A. Encina, Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2024
Some argue that Christians, particularly Catholics, should have advisory roles in government and lead by example.
—Mathew Schmalz, The Conversation, 19 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for lead by example 
Foreign Affairs, 23 Oct. 2023
Looking Ahead James Dyson is still brimming with ideas, forging ahead, and aiming to lead by example every day.
—Samantha Conti, WWD, 15 Aug. 2024
Both had equal voices in the dressing room but preferred to lead by example.
—Eduardo A. Encina, Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2024
Some argue that Christians, particularly Catholics, should have advisory roles in government and lead by example.
—Mathew Schmalz, The Conversation, 19 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for lead by example
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'lead by example.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near lead by example
Cite this Entry
“Lead by example.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lead%20by%20example. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share