took point
Assumed forward position
Took point is the past tense of take point, meaning to assume the lead position in a group moving through dangerous territory.
Originally military, describing the soldier who walks ahead of a patrol to spot threats first: Martinez took point as the squad entered the village.
Now used figuratively for anyone leading an effort or taking primary responsibility: She took point on the merger negotiations.
- scoutOne who reconnoiters
- advance partyGroup sent ahead first
- spearheadLead an effort
- leadDense metal, symbol Pb
- reconPreliminary military observation
combat patrol · guide · direct · support · guard · defend · survey · oversee · navigate · coordinate · manage · protect · assess · taker · strategize · explore · delegate · organize
took pointhung back
Stayed reluctantly behind
followed · deferred · stayed back · fell in line · played it safe
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