as in leader
one that takes the lead or sets an example
the state has a long history of being an early and reliable bellwether in presidential elections
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The race may also be an early bellwether of the popularity of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the task force led by Elon Musk that is aimed at cutting unnecessary spending.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
Bitcoin, a market bellwether, fell 18% in February — its steepest drop since June 2022.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 4 Mar. 2025
Walmart, which brings in millions of customers each week, is a bellwether of U.S. consumer trends.
—Jordyn Holman, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
In many ways, the No 10 position has become a bellwether tactically for Everton in recent seasons.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
Bitcoin, a market bellwether, fell 18% in February — its steepest drop since June 2022.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 4 Mar. 2025
Walmart, which brings in millions of customers each week, is a bellwether of U.S. consumer trends.
—Jordyn Holman, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
In many ways, the No 10 position has become a bellwether tactically for Everton in recent seasons.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
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“Bellwether.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bellwether. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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