as in first
coming before all others in time or order
the leadoff batter
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as in to begin
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
plans to lead off the news conference with a prepared statement
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Recent Examples of leadoff
Field Level Media, Reuters, 1 Sep. 2025
And after Yuki Matsui worked a 1-2-3 sixth inning to stem the Twins’ three-inning run flow, Cronenworth led off the seventh with a double.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Rookie second baseman Ryan Ritter led off the ninth with a single to left off of Cubs’ right-hander Daniel Palencia.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
Anthony led off with a single and Jarren Duran joined him with a one-out single.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 30 Aug. 2025
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Bichette connected for his second double of the day to lead off the inning.
—Field Level Media, Reuters, 1 Sep. 2025
And after Yuki Matsui worked a 1-2-3 sixth inning to stem the Twins’ three-inning run flow, Cronenworth led off the seventh with a double.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Rookie second baseman Ryan Ritter led off the ninth with a single to left off of Cubs’ right-hander Daniel Palencia.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
Anthony led off with a single and Jarren Duran joined him with a one-out single.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 30 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leadoff
Adjective
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The brand is expected to introduce four new smartphones, including the first ever iPhone to come with the Air branding.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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The last time a club from the nation featured in the competition was in 1991-92, when Dundalk lost to our old friends Budapest Honved in the first round.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Because, immediately, journeyman Jones threw five passes on the first five plays to began attacking the NFL’s weakest starting cornerbacks — a situation too obvious for the club to have gone the entire offseason not doing enough to remedy.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Sep. 2025
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To counter the explosive projectiles, Russian tank crews began mounting homemade cages above their turrets to cushion the tanks from blasts.—
Marco Hernandez,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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After the initial outcry, Sanders continued jetting himself around the country.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
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Before The Beatles and before football came the docks, once the beating heart of Liverpool and the catalyst for the city’s initial growth and prosperity.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Subsequently, Liddell highlights the importance of entrepreneurs commencing their journey with clear goals in place.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Walt Disney Imagineering did not share when these updates would commence.—
Megan duBois,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Applications are now open for the inaugural class, which will begin in the fall of 2026.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Winnipeg’s Frantic Films, headed by CEO and executive producer Jamie Brown, was the recipient of the CMPA’s inaugural TV Producer Indiescreen Award.—
Jennie Punter,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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His convictions in the county date back almost 40 years, starting with a burglary in 1986.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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What started as a one-off Eventbrite invitation to a pop-up called Mic Drop Workshop has, seven years later, grown into the leading pipeline of women speakers ready for the stage; and the first stop for event planners eager to bring more female voices to the mic.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The Broncos were incorporating new pieces and new offensive wrinkles into their maiden offensive voyage in 2025.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Alcaraz has fond memories of playing at the US Open, having won his maiden grand slam title in New York back in 2022.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The sandwiches are named with references to art, such as the Van Gogh made with roast beef, fresh dill, Havarti cheese, sprouts and deli mustard on pumpernickel bread; or the hot Picasso made with savory meatballs, provolone cheese and Mama Cosenza’s original Italian sauce on an 8-inch baguette.—
Endia Fontanez,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Edd Kimber, the original winner of The Great British Baking Show in 2010, has carved out a career in the food world after his victory.—
Jane LaCroix,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Leadoff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leadoff. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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