Usage examples for vanguard
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Meanwhile the vanguard had been sent forward to inform Moses of the condition of the tribes, and after the review was over, Ephraim followed them. – The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers by Georg Ebers
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And, as they camped, they saw in the distance the rapid advance of the dreaded force of chariots, probably the vanguard of an army. – Expositions of Holy Scripture Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus and Numbers by Alexander Maclaren
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Hujaku was very desirous of following up his victory by pursuing and attacking the Mongul vanguard the next day. – Genghis Khan, Makers of History Series by Jacob Abbott