lead a contingent

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

To be in command of a contingent.

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Examples (10)

  • The experienced general was chosen to lead the military contingent.
  • She proudly led the national contingent during the opening ceremony of the Olympics.
  • He will lead a contingent of scientists to the international conference next month.
  • Leading such a large contingent of peacekeepers is a significant responsibility.
  • Who will be selected to lead the UN contingent on this critical mission?
  • The honor of leading the rescue contingent fell to the most senior officer.
  • The police chief will personally lead a small contingent to manage crowd control.
  • As a seasoned diplomat, she has led numerous contingents in international negotiations.
  • The plan is for Colonel Smith to lead the first contingent deployed to the area.
  • The first contingent of troops was led by a young, ambitious captain.