in the lead

Ahead of other competitors or entities (often in a race or game). If we can get in the lead early, I think we'll have a good shot at winning this relay. According to the polls, we're still in in the lead by a large margin.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Gregorios	-	Greek, Late Greek
Susan	['su:zn]
Howe	[hau]
Madalitso	mah-dah-LEE-tso	Southern African, Chewa
Toby	TO-bee	English
Lyssa	LIS-ə	English