Definition of Front-runner

the lead contestant in a competition

Examples of Front-runner in a sentence

Gary is the front-runner on the game show since he is in first place with ninety points.  🔊

Whoever is in first place during a marathon is called the front-runner.  🔊

During an election, the front-runner is whichever candidate currently has the most votes.  🔊

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