Sentence examples for steady lead from inspiring English sources

In the swing states – and, crucially, in Ohio – Obama holds a slim but steady lead.

For months, most of the swing-state polls showed Obama with a steady lead.

At home in Kentucky, McConnell appears to have established a steady lead over his Democratic challenger Alison Lundergan Grimes.

But then, the young, inexperienced American shot off, surprising everyone by maintaining a steady lead which thrummed with fresh energy.

Although Mr. Bush is holding a small, steady lead, neither candidate has closed the deal with the swing voters.

This is another race where the Republican had a steady lead in the polls that has now virtually vanished.

Since coming first in last May's European parliament elections, Syriza has kept a steady lead in opinion polls.

The Conservatives held a steady lead in the polls but the Liberal Democrats' high ratings showed no sign of falling.

In the four weeks since he replaced Senator Robert G. Torricelli as the nominee, Mr. Lautenberg has built a steady lead over Mr. Forrester, most polls indicate.

In the month since he replaced Senator Robert G. Torricelli as the Democratic nominee, Mr. Lautenberg has built a steady lead over his Republican opponent, Douglas R. Forrester.

The Boston Red Sox held a steady lead for the A.L. wild-card spot until they were treated rudely at Yankee Stadium this weekend.