Blaze a trail
verb
To lead or set an example in doing something new or different.
She blazed a trail in the world of politics with her progressive ideas.
Often appears as...
- blaze a trail in
- blaze a trail for
verb
To mark or guide a path or route by leaving indicators (such as cut marks on trees or stones placed regularly).
The explorers blazed a trail in the dense forest to avoid getting lost.
Often appears as...
- blaze a trail on
- blaze a trail along
Usage tips
General,Idiomatic
verb
To lead or set an example in doing something new or different.
She blazed a trail in the world of politics with her progressive ideas.
Often appears as...
- blaze a trail in
- blaze a trail for
verb
To mark or guide a path or route by leaving indicators (such as cut marks on trees or stones placed regularly).
The explorers blazed a trail in the dense forest to avoid getting lost.
Often appears as...
- blaze a trail on
- blaze a trail along
Usage tips
General,Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Figurative Use
Used metaphorically to describe someone pioneering in a non-physical space, like a new idea.
Her research in renewable energy truly blazed a trail for others to follow.
Pro Tip 2/3Innovation Context
Often pertains to innovation, creativity, or leading in uncharted areas.
His novel architectural designs blazed a trail for modern urban development.
Pro Tip 3/3Inspiration Aspect
Describes actions that inspire others and set a reference for future endeavors.
By promoting inclusive practices, she blazed a trail for a more diverse workforce.
Pro Tip 1/3Figurative Use
Used metaphorically to describe someone pioneering in a non-physical space, like a new idea.
Her research in renewable energy truly blazed a trail for others to follow.
Pro Tip 2/3Innovation Context
Often pertains to innovation, creativity, or leading in uncharted areas.
His novel architectural designs blazed a trail for modern urban development.
Pro Tip 3/3Inspiration Aspect
Describes actions that inspire others and set a reference for future endeavors.
By promoting inclusive practices, she blazed a trail for a more diverse workforce.
Pro Tip 1/3Figurative Use
Used metaphorically to describe someone pioneering in a non-physical space, like a new idea.
Her research in renewable energy truly blazed a trail for others to follow.
Pro Tip 2/3Innovation Context
Often pertains to innovation, creativity, or leading in uncharted areas.
His novel architectural designs blazed a trail for modern urban development.
Pro Tip 3/3Inspiration Aspect
Describes actions that inspire others and set a reference for future endeavors.
By promoting inclusive practices, she blazed a trail for a more diverse workforce.
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