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bellwether
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one that takes the lead or sets an example the state has a long history of being an early and reliable bellwether in presidential elections Synonyms leader, pacemaker, pacer, pacesetter, trendsetter Related Words foregoer, forerunner, harbinger, herald, precursor; groundbreaker, innovator, pioneer Near Antonyms Johnny-come-lately, me-tooer Antonyms follower, imitator
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