trailblazer
noun
trail·blaz·er
ˈtrāl-ˌblā-zər 
1
: pioneer sense 2
a trailblazer in astrophysics
2
: one that blazes a trail to guide others : pathfinder
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Stuart was a trailblazer whose legacy was built on integrity, professionalism, and bravery.
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CBS News,
1 July 2026
The series features intimate conversations with trailblazers like YouTube co-founder Steve Chen, USB inventor Ajay Bhatt, NBA star Jeremy Lin, television chef Martin Yan and many others, highlighting the impact of AAPIs in various sectors.
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Regina Kim,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Even Van Leeuwen, a trailblazer of the fancy-ice-cream movement, has put it on tap.
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Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
28 June 2026
The Carters became trailblazers for the nascent genre in the late 1920s; James is known for writing hits for Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood, Martina McBride and many others.
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Chris Willman,
Variety,
25 June 2026
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Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
The series features intimate conversations with trailblazers like YouTube co-founder Steve Chen, USB inventor Ajay Bhatt, NBA star Jeremy Lin, television chef Martin Yan and many others, highlighting the impact of AAPIs in various sectors.
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Regina Kim,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Even Van Leeuwen, a trailblazer of the fancy-ice-cream movement, has put it on tap.
—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
28 June 2026
The Carters became trailblazers for the nascent genre in the late 1920s; James is known for writing hits for Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood, Martina McBride and many others.
—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
25 June 2026
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trailblazer
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trail·blaz·er
ˈtrā(ə)l-ˌblā-zər
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