led

verb

Definition of lednext
past tense of lead
1
as in steered
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front an enthusiastic docent led our group through the art museum

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2
as in commanded
to serve as leader of a senior programmer is leading the team that is developing the new accounting software

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3
as in accompanied
to be at the front of the local high school's marching band led the parade

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4
as in went
to be positioned along a certain course or in a certain direction this old road leads to an abandoned quarry

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5
as in guided
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed the salesclerk led us through the maze of options now available to television buyers

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Recent Examples of led Northern Gritstone led the round and was joined by Parkwalk Northern Universities Venture Fund, UK Innovation & Science Seed Fund, Wren Capital, and angel investors. — Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026 That extension, coupled with Kalshi’s rehearing petitions, has led the gaming industry to believe the company lacks confidence in its case. — Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 16 Oct. 2026 Gainsbourg, Gyllenhaal, Cuarón, Na, Diaz and Rintaro led master classes and talks. — Ophélie Surcouf, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026 The tech lobby — currently led by ginormous AI companies — has emerged as the largest source of campaign contributions in US history, lavishing tens of millions of dollars on both for Democrats and Republicans alike. — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 15 Oct. 2026 Pomeroy’s team led subsequent research, which began new excavations at the site in 2015, that has cast doubt on the flower burial theory. — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026 Trace has raised $3 million in a seed round led by Serena Ventures, with participation from Shakti VC. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026 The discovery led archaeologists to find additional pieces belonging to two separate statues of the Egyptian king. — News Desk, Artforum, 15 Oct. 2026 His son, Kris, was a City Section player of the year and led Crenshaw to consecutive state titles. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for led
  1. steered
  2. commanded
  3. accompanied
  4. went
  5. guided
  6. headed
  7. preceded
  8. extended
Verb
  • The view from the CFO’s office The finance chief, Paul Jacobson, has steered the company into a position where Kelty has room to dig deep and experiment.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026
  • On April 8, 2025, the Herald/Times Tallahassee bureau broke the story, reporting that the DeSantis administration had steered Medicaid settlement money toward the Hope Florida Foundation.
    — Christopher Spata, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of steered
Verb
  • While her sculptural dress commanded attention with its plunging neckline and exaggerated peplum waist, her shoes provided a sleek, minimalist finish that tied the entire look together.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • New homes have traditionally commanded a price premium over existing homes, but that relationship has flipped over the past two years.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of commanded
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  • The films will compete for the Golden Alexander – Michel Dimopoulos Award, accompanied by a 10,000 euro ($11,240) cash prize, and the Silver Alexander for best direction, which comes with a 5,000 euro ($5,620) cash prize.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
  • There’s also an in-ground lap pool and a tennis court accompanied by a covered viewing pavilion.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of accompanied
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  • The Indiana Hoosiers haven’t lost a game since 2024, and the team went 11-2.
    — OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Sykes went 7-of-12 from the field, including two 3-pointers, off the bench.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of went
Verb
  • In Ukraine, a Russian drone guided by artificial intelligence killed three civilians at a gas station, including a 19-year-old university student.
    — Halla Tómasdóttir, Time, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Lucas put together a roster in one offseason using the transfer portal and guided it to a 26-9 record and the NCAA Tournament following a 13-5 mark in league play.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of guided
Verb
  • In a video released days after the shooting, Vellesiya Wiley disputed that her friend, who was driving, headed toward the officers.
    — SOPHIE BATES, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The Tampa Bay Rays are headed to the World Series for the third time in franchise history, booking a Fall Classic showdown with the Milwaukee Brewers.
    — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of headed
Verb
  • The Rolling Stones don't exist without Chicago blues, and comedy writers don't exist without the great shows that preceded them.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Surkamp was preceded in death by his wife Sara, who died in 2025 at age 72.
    — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of preceded
Verb
  • The Biden administration subsequently extended the designation, most recently in January 2025, when DHS authorized an additional 18 months of protection through October 2026.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The next sheriff’s election will not be held until 2028 because of a change in state law that extended his term from four years to six.
    — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of extended

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“Led.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/led. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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