Шукати
to lead off
[phrase form: lead]
01
покласти початок, розпочати
to initiate something, especially a process, event, or discussion
Example
The president led off the ceremony with a speech.
The meeting will lead off with a review of the previous week's progress.
The band will lead off the concert with their most popular song.
02
вести на погану стежку, схиляти до морального падіння
to cause someone to become morally corrupt or to lose their innocence
Example
The older boy is leading off the younger boy with his bad influence.
The corrupt politician led off his constituents with his lies and deceit.
The cult leader has led his followers off with his dangerous teachings.
03
вести першим, забивати першим
(in baseball) to be the first batter at the start of an inning
Example
The coach assigned their most consistent hitter to lead off the inning and get the offense going.
The speedy outfielder was chosen to lead off the game, setting the tone for the team's offensive strategy.
The rookie player showed great composure as she stepped up to the plate to lead off in her first major league game.
04
вести з, вирушити з
to begin at a location and continue on a street or path away from it
Example
The hikers led off from the trailhead at dawn.
The hiking trail leads off into the woods.
There are many narrow streets leading off from the main square.
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