Lead-in to pilot or pay Crossword Clue

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Lead-in to pilot or pay Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

LEAD-IN (noun)
1. the introductory section of a story
2. wire connecting an antenna to a receiver or a transmitter to a transmission line
PILOT (noun)
1. something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies
2. a program exemplifying a contemplated series; intended to attract sponsors
PILOT (verb)
1. operate an airplane
2. act as the navigator in a car, plane, or vessel and plan, direct, plot the path and position of the conveyance

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