take the lead

Meaning

1. (idiomatic) To become the leader, to advance into first place.
2. (idiomatic) To assume leadership over a group.

Synonyms

lead

precede

superintend

front

go in front

get ahead of

head

look after

manage

outpace

outstrip

pioneer

supervise

go before

go first

lead the way

preside over

take precedence

get the start

hasten first to do a thing

be foremost

take the helm

be in charge

march in the van

be over

command

conduct

direct

Translations

ouvrir la marche

en tête

praesum

passer en tête

prendre la direction

αναλαμβάνω την αρχή

prendre le commandement

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˌteɪk ðə ˈliːd/