In the lead — Crossword Clue

Last seen 8th Sept 2025•Wall Street Journal

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This answer has appeared 28 times • Last seen 17th Aug 2026.

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Seen 7 times • Last seen 9th Aug 2026

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Seen 2 times • Last seen 30th Dec 2022

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30th Dec 2022•LA Times Crossword•1 ACROSS

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Frequently asked questions about the crossword clue “In the lead”

What is the answer to the crossword clue “In the lead”?

The answer to “In the lead” is AHEAD (5 letters).

When was the crossword clue “In the lead” last seen?

We last saw “In the lead” in Wall Street Journal on 8th Sept 2025.

What is the 5-letter answer for the crossword clue “In the lead”?

The 5-letter answer for “In the lead” is AHEAD.

What are other possible answers for the crossword clue “In the lead”?

Other possible answers we’ve seen for “In the lead” include ONTOP, FIRST.

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