lead the tributes

Frequency: 5.52.5 per million words

To be the first or main person to pay tribute.

tributeVERB + tribute

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lead

Examples (10)

  • The President led the tributes to ‘a great statesman and a decent man’.
  • After her passing, her former colleagues led the tributes with heartfelt speeches.
  • The captain always leads the tributes to injured players after a match.
  • The Prime Minister will lead the tributes at the memorial service tomorrow.
  • Many prominent figures have led the tributes to the fallen hero.
  • The tributes were led by the mayor, who spoke of her profound impact.
  • Leading the tributes was an honor he accepted with humility.
  • Who do you think should lead the tributes for the retiring CEO?
  • In a poignant ceremony, the veteran statesman led the tributes, recalling decades of friendship.
  • The acclaimed director led the tributes to the legendary actress, praising her unparalleled talent.