Meaning of the word vanguards in English

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vanguards

US /ˈvæn.ɡɑrdz/
UK /ˈvæn.ɡɑːdz/

Plural Noun

1.

a group of people leading the way in new developments or ideas

Example:
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The artists were considered the vanguards of the modern art movement.
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These companies are the vanguards of technological innovation.
2.

the foremost part of an advancing army or naval force

Example:
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The general positioned his elite troops as the vanguards of the invasion.
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The cavalry formed the vanguards, scouting ahead of the main army.
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