Took the lead Crossword Clue

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Took the lead Crossword Answer

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ERASED

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Hint 1: Clue Definition

LEAD (verb)
1. be in charge of
2. take somebody somewhere
LEAD (noun)
1. the introductory section of a story
2. a jumper that consists of a short piece of wire

Hint 2: Other Answers Used in the Past

ERASED
(6 letters)

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