the vanguard
noun
: the soldiers, ships, etc., that are at the front of a fighting force that is moving forward
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California should be in the vanguard of states fighting for a fairer democracy in America by passing Proposition 50.
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Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 20 Nov. 2025
Just elusive, eclectic and enigmatic action, comedy, sci-fi, horror and thriller films and series from the vanguard of new wave of indie trendsetters and rule breakers.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 17 Nov. 2025
In terms of website compatibility and standards support, both are in the vanguard.
—PC Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
California should be in the vanguard of states fighting for a fairer democracy in America by passing Proposition 50.
—Marc Lampe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Oct. 2025
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“The vanguard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20vanguard. Accessed 23 Nov. 2025.
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