van
guard
Plural
vanguards
1
the front line or leading contingent of an army or military force
- The vanguard of the battalion marched bravely ahead, clearing obstacles and securing the path for the rest of the army.
- In the heat of battle, the vanguard clashed fiercely with enemy forces, leading the charge to gain strategic ground.
- The commander deployed the vanguard to scout ahead and gather intelligence on enemy movements.
- As the sun rose over the battlefield, the vanguard emerged from the cover of darkness, ready to engage the enemy.
- The vanguard's courage and determination inspired confidence among the troops, motivating them to follow suit.
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2
the position of greatest importance or advancement; the leading position in any movement or field
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3
any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)
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