Lead with
verb
To start a news story, article, or broadcast with a particular piece of news or information.
The evening news led with the story of the hurricane.
Often appears as...
- lead with a story
- lead with a report
verb
To use as your initial resources in a particular situation.
In negotiation, she always leads with her strongest argument.
Often appears as...
- lead with a strength
- lead with an advantage
verb
To begin a round, game, or turn by making the first play.
In the card game, you lead with your weakest card.
Often appears as...
- lead with a card
- lead with a move
verb
To start or begin with something.
The presentation led with a joke to lighten the mood.
Often appears as...
- lead with a joke
- lead with an example
verb
To start a news story, article, or broadcast with a particular piece of news or information.
The evening news led with the story of the hurricane.
Often appears as...
- lead with a story
- lead with a report
verb
To use as your initial resources in a particular situation.
In negotiation, she always leads with her strongest argument.
Often appears as...
- lead with a strength
- lead with an advantage
verb
To begin a round, game, or turn by making the first play.
In the card game, you lead with your weakest card.
Often appears as...
- lead with a card
- lead with a move
verb
To start or begin with something.
The presentation led with a joke to lighten the mood.
Often appears as...
- lead with a joke
- lead with an example
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Newsworthiness Emphasis
Use 'lead with' to highlight the most important or sensational news item.
The paper decided to lead with the election results.
Pro Tip 2/2Immediate Attention
'Lead with' engages the audience by presenting the most impactful information first.
The documentary led with an intense scene to draw viewers in.
Pro Tip 1/2Newsworthiness Emphasis
Use 'lead with' to highlight the most important or sensational news item.
The paper decided to lead with the election results.
Pro Tip 2/2Immediate Attention
'Lead with' engages the audience by presenting the most impactful information first.
The documentary led with an intense scene to draw viewers in.
Pro Tip 1/2Newsworthiness Emphasis
Use 'lead with' to highlight the most important or sensational news item.
The paper decided to lead with the election results.
Pro Tip 2/2Immediate Attention
'Lead with' engages the audience by presenting the most impactful information first.
The documentary led with an intense scene to draw viewers in.
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